1
as in thin
being of less than usual width
a hairline crack in the mug, almost too small to notice, was enough to make the mug break when filled with hot tea
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2
as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
a hairline distinction between her rating of certain things as "necessary" and others as "absolutely necessary"
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3
as in mathematical
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
an ultrasensitive telescope that requires hairline placement of the lenses
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as in inch
a very small distance or degree
the controversial measure passed by a hairline, the margin of victory being but a single vote
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Recent Examples of hairline
Hannah Malach, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024
Most will assume that their hairline cowlick prohibits certain hairstyles.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
For the best finish, blend outward from the center of the face to the hairline.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
For hair, Garcia opted for a low wave cut with crisp edges, maintaining a natural hairline.
—Annie Walton Doyle, Essence, 1 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Maintaining the Scandi hairline requires frequent visits with your stylist.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024
Most will assume that their hairline cowlick prohibits certain hairstyles.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
For the best finish, blend outward from the center of the face to the hairline.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Jan. 2025
For hair, Garcia opted for a low wave cut with crisp edges, maintaining a natural hairline.
—Annie Walton Doyle, Essence, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairline
Adjective
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Truong makes a strong case for it and goes minimal with thin French tips and daisies peeking out on the corners of each nail for singer Ella Mai.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
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This draconian action will increase the workload and place new responsibilities on a workforce that is already stretched thin.—
Kathryn Krupnik,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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China reacted angrily Monday to new State Department wording that appeared to indicate a subtle shift in favor of Taipei.—
Christian Shepherd The Washington Post,
arkansasonline.com,
18 Feb. 2025
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This style can be easily individualized with soft braids, details creating a subtle crown effect.—
Calin Van Paris,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Starting Next Week The bonding curve represents the mathematical heart of Pump.fun’s trading system.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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The show follows Edward Brooks (Leo Woodall), a mathematical postdoc at Britain’s second-oldest university.—
Graham Hillard,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Total precipitation from both storms is predicted to top several inches, approaching 8 inches in some lower areas and up to 16 inches in mountain areas, forecasters said.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches were expected.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Last night’s special had a comparatively narrow focus, prioritizing the characters and celebrities that many younger viewers would recognize.—
Esther Zuckerman,
The Atlantic,
17 Feb. 2025
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The gap is quite narrow in some places, like Delaware and Maryland, but in places like Kentucky, systemic racial barriers continue to hold people back.—
Ben Berkowitz,
Axios,
17 Feb. 2025
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Look for formulas that have hyaluronic acid, squalane, ceramides or glycerin–all of which will soothe, replenish and breathe life back into your skin, all while looking after its delicate moisture barrier.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
21 Feb. 2025
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Set in Olivier’s home, the campaign comes to life through a delicate balance of gentleness and audacity, a duality woven into its narrative.—
Essence,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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After her mother’s death, Sevilla-Bazan struggled to get an accurate sense from Bishop or his followers of what exactly happened.—
David Peisner,
Rolling Stone,
23 Feb. 2025
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Villa’s left-back then tries to find Watkins, but his cross isn’t accurate.—
Ahmed Walid,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Tropicana ditched its distinctive carafe, with its circular shape, thinning neck, and crown-like bottle cap.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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The ruling was that both players violated the hands to the face/head/neck of an opponent policy.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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