Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of pigtail
The longest layers of Hadid's hair have been braided in two low pigtails, with the shortest layers left loose for a bit of shagginess.
—
Marci Robin, Allure, 20 Jan. 2026
In the end, her disobedience—forged in tandem with and in opposition to her tribe—felt unmoored without a fellow-Mitford’s pigtail to pull.
—Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
First-day-of-school pictures went from smiles in pink dresses and pigtails with bows in her hair, to a child with a spiky, short haircut and baggy clothes.
—Amy Delaura, The Washington Examiner, 23 Oct. 2025
The upload showed Harper dressed in a pink pajama set with her hair in braided pigtails, leaning forward to use a brush on his face.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for pigtail
Marci Robin, Allure, 20 Jan. 2026
In the end, her disobedience—forged in tandem with and in opposition to her tribe—felt unmoored without a fellow-Mitford’s pigtail to pull.
—Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
First-day-of-school pictures went from smiles in pink dresses and pigtails with bows in her hair, to a child with a spiky, short haircut and baggy clothes.
—Amy Delaura, The Washington Examiner, 23 Oct. 2025
The upload showed Harper dressed in a pink pajama set with her hair in braided pigtails, leaning forward to use a brush on his face.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for pigtail
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigtail
Noun
-
In the ride’s queue, for instance, guests in line will walk past a wall that features a timeline of many a Lego space set.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
-
If the semi-historical dramatization angle of Love Story grabbed you, this should be next in your queue.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
In the first film, released in July 2020, the 33-year-old actor wore cornrows.—
Taryn Finley,
refinery29.com,
10 July 2025
-
After not being able to find a barber in Philly, growing his hair out as a Rookie turned cornrows into his signature, starting with a black headband and straightbacks during the 1997 NBA All-Star Weekend.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
6 June 2025
Noun
-
Riq Woolen’s goggles fit awkwardly on his head because of the dreadlocks.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
-
Martin is described as a Black male, about 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing roughly 120 pounds, with untwisted dreadlocks.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pigtail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigtail. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
