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Recent Examples of big hair
Since the decade of big hair and neon fashion, a New Jersey man has been trying his luck.
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Daniella Segura, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Misty is really Joe Brown, a meek hotel accountant, but after 30 minutes with makeup, a fantastic outfit, and big hair — shazzam!
—Sandra Dallas, The Denver Post, 2 Feb. 2025
On the mane front, Southern women have been known for big hair, lots of hair spray, and constantly defying the hot, humid environment around them.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
Of course, as the era of big hair and bold gowns receded, White's look matured into something more elegant and modern.
—John Russell, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Daniella Segura, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Misty is really Joe Brown, a meek hotel accountant, but after 30 minutes with makeup, a fantastic outfit, and big hair — shazzam!
—Sandra Dallas, The Denver Post, 2 Feb. 2025
On the mane front, Southern women have been known for big hair, lots of hair spray, and constantly defying the hot, humid environment around them.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
Of course, as the era of big hair and bold gowns receded, White's look matured into something more elegant and modern.
—John Russell, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for big hair
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But that is still a sizable market; a 2020 analysis found that 10.5 million Americans used home hair permanents and relaxers, and clients are still having their hair relaxed at salons.—
Linda Villarosa Robin Miles Krish Seenivasan Alec K. Redfearn,
New York Times,
13 June 2024
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There is always a temptation to make the temporary permanent, which is why the peace government must prioritize elections.—
Ashraf Ghani,
Foreign Affairs,
4 May 2021
Noun
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But the appointment with the angular young man wearing a fresh crew cut was not just any meeting.—
Kevin Johnson,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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With a crew cut and a cocky attitude, Kilmer took blond '80s villains to a whole other level with Iceman.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This award-winning Japanese fish, known for its delicate, buttery flavor, is enveloped in a toasted brioche bun with shrimp pâté and fragrant lemongrass.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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In the next town over, White Stone’s Chesapeake Doughnut Co. also serves Blanchard’s coffee, along with classic and creative doughnut flavors and tasty sandwiches on homemade biscuits or buns made from doughnut dough.—
Simon Davidson,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
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The valley is rich with fields of wheat and barley, zucchini, tomatoes, and peas; groves of lemons, olives, and pomegranates; and thousands of beehives.—
Taylor Luck,
Christian Science Monitor,
16 May 2025
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Wrigley Field was a beehive of activity Thursday morning as workers prepared the ballpark for Friday’s home opener between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Breeds that are particularly baby-like, such as pugs and French bulldogs, can even exhibit the innocence and helplessness of toddlers.—
Stephanie Edwards,
Discover Magazine,
22 May 2025
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Additionally, some dogs, particularly breeds with extreme infantile traits (such as pugs and French bulldogs), may appear as helpless, harmless, and innocent as small children.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Austin Butler was also snapped with a fresh buzz cut in December.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Shortly after came an impromptu champagne blonde buzz cut ahead of a birthday—and she’s been happily blonde ever since, going on seven years.—
Martine Thompson,
Essence,
21 May 2025
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Her hair was pulled back into a tight chignon with minimal jewelry and makeup as the final touches.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
21 May 2025
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Lawrence styled her hair in a chic chignon and kept her glam simple and natural, adding a pop of color with a bold red lip.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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With my short hair with the perm on top and a big scar.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Touted as a perm for your lashes, lash lifts are for the minimalist makeup girlies who want that lifted look sans all that extra effort of using mascara, a curler, and extensions.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2025
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