wavy

as in curly
having the curving shape of a wave or of many waves She has wavy blond hair. wavy lines

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Recent Examples of wavy Straight lines appearing wavy or distorted (metamorphopsia): If straight objects like door frames or text on a page appear bent, curved, or warped, this can be a sign of fluid within the retina. Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025 Those with naturally wavy or curly hair can achieve the look by blow-drying with a round brush, though Smith also recommends the Dyson AirWrap for effortless, polished waves — like this style on Gabie Godfrey. Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025 For curly or wavy hair, blow dry the fringe with a diffuser, separating strands with fingers to create a messy fringe and set with product. Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025 In the photos, Sweeney can be seen with wavy hair, her feet in the sand and — in one shot — a matching bucket hat on her head. Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wavy
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  • The chain offering burgers, chicken sandwiches and curly fries is the latest to shrink its footprint amid inflationary pressures and high labor costs.
    Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Those with curlier, thicker, or tighter textures may want to consider a blow-dry or silk press to maintain the shape.
    Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025

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“Wavy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wavy. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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