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as in thin
being of less than usual width
a hairline crack in the mug, almost too small to notice, was enough to make the mug break when filled with hot tea
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
a hairline distinction between her rating of certain things as "necessary" and others as "absolutely necessary"
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as in mathematical
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
an ultrasensitive telescope that requires hairline placement of the lenses
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
the controversial measure passed by a hairline, the margin of victory being but a single vote
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Recent Examples of hairline
Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
Applying the serum to your edges, hairline, and scalp on a daily basis will directly correlate with a visible uptick in density, a detox for the scalp, and a boost in root-to-tip hair strength.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Dec. 2025
Redness and itchiness are common underneath, and it’s most often seen on oilier scalps, especially around the crown, hairline, or behind the ears.
—Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
Evans said her surgeon, though clear on the fact there is always a risk of failure, assured her that her hairline would be reinforced by the transplant.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025
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Legendary hairstylist McKnight bleached the roots in the center of the head and the lengths immediately above the ear and hairline to create a stark contrast, one that both frames and lights up the face.
—Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
Applying the serum to your edges, hairline, and scalp on a daily basis will directly correlate with a visible uptick in density, a detox for the scalp, and a boost in root-to-tip hair strength.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Dec. 2025
Redness and itchiness are common underneath, and it’s most often seen on oilier scalps, especially around the crown, hairline, or behind the ears.
—Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
Evans said her surgeon, though clear on the fact there is always a risk of failure, assured her that her hairline would be reinforced by the transplant.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairline
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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Yimobra Memory Foam Bath Mat, $9 with Prime The bath mat is made from memory foam that feels plush underfoot and cushions each step, unlike thin cotton mats.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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The model predicts target expressions from subtle initial facial changes.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
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Amazon Essentials Pointed-Toe Flat Want a subtle lift without having to wear heels?—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Renowned mathematician Galileo Galilei famously described the universe as being written in mathematical language.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Magnetic Towers of Hanoi The number 2,026 is related to an extension of the classic mathematical game the Tower of Hanoi.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
10 Jan. 2026
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Hardside 25-inch Luggage Best Monos Deals Monos has built a cult-following of people who love the look of their polished and modern bags, and right now is a great time to shop them.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The police had overestimated Ramírez’s height by an inch or two but most of the other details were correct.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Jan. 2026
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Postseason football is defined by grit and narrow margins.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Industry experts cautioned that a military confrontation could provoke Iran to choke off the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that that connects the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea and through which nearly a third of the world's seaborne crude flows.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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After her husband took her pets out of the room, Bloor then faced the even more delicate task of safely removing herself from the bed without alarming the snake.—
Phil Boucher,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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That said, many have a vested interest in inflating their compensation, which makes for a delicate reporting exercise.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
15 Jan. 2026
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The social cost of carbon is considered a more accurate accounting of harm from climate change than other calculations used as the basis of carbon credits or carbon offsets to travelers, according to Scripps.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Without that scale, models are not accurate enough.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Jan. 2026
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Police described Watson as 6-foot-1 and weighing 227 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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The multihyphenate model and wellness advocate is to feature in the dermocosmetics brand’s new skin and hair care campaigns.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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