frizzle 1 of 2

as in curl
a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops the girl has enough frizzles to play Little Orphan Annie

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frizzle

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verb

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Recent Examples of frizzle
Noun
To house their largest animals, like giraffes, rhinos and elephants, to their smallest like frizzle chickens and Asian small-clawed otters, the park was built to serve their 300 species and 5,000-plus animals in honor of Walt Disney’s original philosophy of conservation. Katey Clifford, al, 25 Sep. 2020
Verb
From Julia Child-style French omelets and frizzled eggs to poached and hard-boiled, there are dozens of ways to create your own personal perfect egg recipe (or potentially be at risk for these common egg mistakes). Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frizzle
Noun
  • This beloved, Best of Beauty-winning hair tool does it all: curls, dries, waves, and smoothes, all with minimal heat damage.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 Nov. 2024
  • For a long time, Moxam waited for the right moment to morph into Diana Ross’s mountain of curls (as if let loose from a set of extra-large curlers) from the G.I.T. on Broadway television special.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • In New York City, brush fires scorched parts of Prospect and Inwood Hill parks over the past week.
    Evan Bush, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • But the music and dance numbers don’t leave much of an impression, except one in which Saldaña scorches things up in a restaurant and another when Selena Gomez, as Emilia’s wife Jessi, sings and dances in a bedroom.
    Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Claudia Alexander, a resident of Marin County, has been happily cooking for family and friends for more than three decades.
    Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Add the chicken, if using. Reduce heat to low and cook 5 minutes more.
    Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The mats, made from food-grade silicone, lie flat on baking sheets and ensure pastries, cookies, veggies, and more won’t stick to the pan.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Add a layer of baking soda and scrub until the soap scum disappears.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • In this recipe, greens get a splash of absinthe for a strong anise flavor, then the oysters are broiled to a light golden brown.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
  • While the filling of chicken, peppers, and onions tossed with olive oil and spices is broiling in the oven, prep the toppings.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Named after the traditional Japanese technique of shou sugi ban where wood is charred to enhance its durability and beauty, the retreat reflects minimalist design principles and offers a range of holistic health experiences.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The nose features caramel, dark chocolate, toffee fudge, dates, fig jam, charred oak, and old leather.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • The ice could also still be polluted by natural sources such as wildfire smoke, dust or even ash from volcanic eruptions, Francis added.
    Laura Paddison, CNN, 1 Mar. 2024
  • Elsewhere in the Kardashian multiverse, Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet went public with their relationship, kissing and cuddling in the VIP section with Chalamet ashing cigarettes into the crowd … have some more respect for both the artistry and Diana Ross’s lungs.
    Vulture, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2023
Verb
  • The video has gained significant attention online, amassing over 1.2 million views and igniting spirited discussions online.
    Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In 1943, his father uprooted the family to move to Bremerton, Wash., and then to Seattle, where Quincy Jr. attended Garfield High School and ignited his passion for music by studying composition and learning to play the trumpet.
    Jennifer Frederick, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2024

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“Frizzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frizzle. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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