as in quiffs
chiefly US
a style of hair worn especially by men in which the hair is combed into a high mound at the front of the head
Even with all the dancer's acrobatic moves, his pompadour remained perfectly still atop his head.
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Noun
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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 -
Idomeneo himself appears as a park ranger, complete with Greek motifs on his shorts, while other cast members parade in sailor outfits and bouffant hairdos.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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King’s braids were likely the work of hair artist Jennifer Wood, also known as Natural Hollywood online.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The style is just one variation of regional Ethiopian styles, like Asa Shuruba (asa meaning fish, and shuruba meaning braids directly on the scalp), worn by Ethiopian women for special occasions (like Ashenda), weddings, and rites of passages.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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On-site supportive services, including free haircuts and a veterinarian who can work with emotional support animals, will be overseen by the nonprofit Alpha Project.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Oct. 2025
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But the pain will also reverberate through the broader economy, as federal workers stay at home and avoid the types of routine daily purchases — lunches, cabs, haircuts — that can make local economies hum.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The new line is designed to address challenges associated with protective hairstyles and extensions.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Typically used in Black hairstyles, a weave features either natural or synthetic hair that is sewn into a person's hair, per Indique Hair.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Pompadours.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pompadours. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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