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sheepfolds

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plural of sheepfold

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Trapped moisture, particularly in the ears and skin folds, can allow yeast and bacteria to grow, potentially leading to irritation or infection.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 29 July 2026
The flower’s soft curves and folds stand out even more against this manicure’s architectural square shape.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 27 July 2026

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