styling

Definition of stylingnext
present participle of style

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of styling The best hair-care products to use during fall are those that make styling a breeze. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026 The difference ultimately comes down to the attitudes of the time, with the '70s styling feeling a bit more relaxed. — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 5 Nov. 2026 Roberts also represents hair-styling tech brand Tymo and previously partnered with Neutrogena. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026 Shop more top-selling loafers ahead and styling tips inspired by the stars. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026 This centerpiece is our favorite find for styling a holiday tablescape that makes a statement on the Christmas dinner table. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026 In this vein, brands amped up the accessories, styling their layerable, buildable looks with belts and scarves galore, injecting more entry-level options for shoppers keen to tap in without breaking the bank. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026 While others like Phia and Daydream have focused on shopping, Alta’s starting point is styling, with shopping suggestions integrated. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026 For example, hairstylist Jaime Leigh McIntosh avoided using hot tools when styling Pugh’s wigs. — Katie Gunderman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for styling
Verb
  • The naming convention reflects the Evans family's enduring optimism about Africa and their commitment to celebrating its colorful heritage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Clinton Central School District said in a news release on Tuesday that the driver involved in the incident will no longer be driving students without naming Van Dayne.
    — Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • To get those shows to viewers abroad, Netflix now relies on 122 localization partners globally, 119 of them dubbing studios.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Even British Vogue has highlighted its revival, dubbing it the ’00s messy-prep revival piece.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Paide prefers to use simple file folders to organize her papers, and likes labeling those folders with sticky notes written with permanent markers.
    — Andee Tagle, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Last Thursday, the NYPD released photos of the victim and asked the public’s help finding her, labelling her a missing person.
    — Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 27 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna defeated challenger and former Sheriff Alex Villanueva by a wide margin in his bid for reelection Tuesday, with the Associated Press calling the race Tuesday night for the incumbent.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Biss, however, said he is appalled by these actions and policies, calling them unconstitutional.
    — Russell Lissau, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Agada often looks to literature when titling his work — not to curate the viewing experience or interpretation of the work, but to add another layer of meaning.
    — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • This particularly bizarre corner of the practice (a band titling a song after another band who have a song with their name) actually has precedent, though.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Thank the University of Kansas for nominating me and the Blue Ribbon Committee for inducting me.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Voters also will be nominating candidates for the entire state Legislature, where Republicans hold a roughly 40-vote majority in the 400-member House and outnumber Democrats in the Senate 16-8.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

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“Styling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/styling. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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