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a very small distance or degree
a race that was won by a hair
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Recent Examples of hairs
Unlike a standard solid-black cat whose pigment runs from root to tip, a smoke black cat’s hairs have a silvery or lighter base with a darker tip.
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Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
After these experiments, the researchers noted that visible hairs first emerged at around 10 days, with full regrowth by day 20 – something that would not have occurred naturally in that time frame.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Dry methods included running a lint roller or brush over the upholstery to remove some loose hairs.
—Krystal Nurse, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
The anatomy bore hairs, sometimes teeth.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
The Ball Animal 3 is specifically designed to pick up pet dander and stray hairs off of a variety of surfaces.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2025
Those tiny hairs weave their way into knits and stick to fleece blankets as if someone super-glued them there.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
The hairs on the back of the neck still stand up now when thinking of the post-match celebrations after David Seaman’s penalty save dumped out Spain in the quarter-finals.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
More than that, the YouTuber decided to rid her face of eyebrows, bleaching the hairs above her eyes to match the hue of her hair.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
After these experiments, the researchers noted that visible hairs first emerged at around 10 days, with full regrowth by day 20 – something that would not have occurred naturally in that time frame.
—New Atlas, 29 Oct. 2025
Dry methods included running a lint roller or brush over the upholstery to remove some loose hairs.
—Krystal Nurse, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
The anatomy bore hairs, sometimes teeth.
—Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
The Ball Animal 3 is specifically designed to pick up pet dander and stray hairs off of a variety of surfaces.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2025
Those tiny hairs weave their way into knits and stick to fleece blankets as if someone super-glued them there.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
The hairs on the back of the neck still stand up now when thinking of the post-match celebrations after David Seaman’s penalty save dumped out Spain in the quarter-finals.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
More than that, the YouTuber decided to rid her face of eyebrows, bleaching the hairs above her eyes to match the hue of her hair.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairs
Noun
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He is described as a Black man with brown eyes and black hair, about 5 feet 9 inches tall and 152 pounds.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Nov. 2025
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Hermios is a Pacific Islander, stands at 4 feet 2 inches tall, weighs 110 pounds and has brown hair and brown eyes.—
Laura Gersony,
AZCentral.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Key features include temperature regulation for shifting conditions, dynamically-breathable fibers that adapt to body temperature changes and a soft, next-to-skin feel as well as moisture-wicking and odor-resistant properties for long-lasting comfort.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
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Artichokes contain prebiotic fibers, which fuel beneficial bacteria in your large intestine.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
6 Nov. 2025
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Using Australian wools, classic jean hues were used for the 100 pure wool fabrics — which the company said reproduces the style and look of traditional denim, enhanced by the softness, warmth and comfort that comes from using merino wools.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Numerous investigations document violent beatings, and plant wools spare these gentle, clever animals from fear and abuse.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Oct. 2025
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These incremental steps have helped the coffee chain stem a sales decline in China since earlier this year, with comparable sales returning to growth in the past two quarters.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Stepping rearward from that compartment on the right travel side of the trailer, the main entry door welcomes campers into the open living area while the rear entry door a couple steps farther back provides direct access to the bathroom.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Nov. 2025
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Picking up on these threads, the third week’s installments show that even when the current is pulling too strongly, there’s still a choice to make.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nestled on 30 private acres in the South Fork of Provo Canyon, the secluded property threads streams and waterfalls beneath stone bridges, across gentle knolls, and under low-hanging eaves, all hinting at a hobbit-house inspiration without ever tipping into twee fantasy.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Chapter 02 lineup includes wrap coats in twin layers of double-faced wool; reversible jackets with one side plain, the other patterned, and crinkled unisex trenchcoats that pack up neatly into a travel pouch, printed with a bicycle pattern drawn from Veldkamp’s art, among other key items.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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In the men’s section, technical coats are also quite trendy—just look at Columbia’s stylish take on a classic bomber jacket.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Nov. 2025
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The Saturday Night Live alum, 31, and his pregnant girlfriend, Elsie Hewitt, were photographed in New York City over the weekend, spotted carrying ginormous pregnancy pillows around their necks.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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Shaped like your favorite travel pillow, only larger, Buffy’s Cloud side sleeper pillow offers ample support to aching necks and shoulders.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Hairs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairs. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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