variants
also hair styles
as in hairdos
a style or arrangement of hair
the senator's long parade of hairstyles seem to reflect a relentless need to constantly reinvent herself
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Recent Examples of hairstyles
The Afro is one of the most iconic hairstyles of the last century.
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Sonari Glinton, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Beyond their similar ages, frames, and hairstyles, the actresses began working at a similar time.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Stranger Things has come to an epic conclusion after five seasons, 10 years of filming, and countless hairstyles.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 6 Jan. 2026
Keep scrolling for proof that bob hairstyles work for every face shape, hair type, and texture.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
Keep scrolling for stylists’ favorite curly hairstyles, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
In their debut campaign, inspired by the glamour and romance of the 1960s countryside lifestyle, the two transformed their modern flair with retro banged hairstyles.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Then, for the past week, Angel Reese has been rocking a few jet black hairstyles at the Orlando Magic games.
—Essence, 11 Dec. 2025
The new line is designed to address challenges associated with protective hairstyles and extensions.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Sonari Glinton, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Beyond their similar ages, frames, and hairstyles, the actresses began working at a similar time.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Stranger Things has come to an epic conclusion after five seasons, 10 years of filming, and countless hairstyles.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 6 Jan. 2026
Keep scrolling for proof that bob hairstyles work for every face shape, hair type, and texture.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025
Keep scrolling for stylists’ favorite curly hairstyles, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
In their debut campaign, inspired by the glamour and romance of the 1960s countryside lifestyle, the two transformed their modern flair with retro banged hairstyles.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Then, for the past week, Angel Reese has been rocking a few jet black hairstyles at the Orlando Magic games.
—Essence, 11 Dec. 2025
The new line is designed to address challenges associated with protective hairstyles and extensions.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairstyles
Noun
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However, McMillan also sees the future getting nostalgic for vintage hairdos and techniques that have been recycled over the decades.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
31 Dec. 2025
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Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There’s also been an uptick in super-short haircuts across the nation since Stone stepped out with a pixie.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
12 Jan. 2026
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Around age 11, Saleem began giving haircuts to his cousin and quickly grew fascinated with the art of cutting hair.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Hairstyles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairstyles. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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