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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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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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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
Julianne Carell, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2024
The gluing process left small hairline cracks, and a few pieces are missing, but the jar's impressive size remains.
—CBS News, 12 Sep. 2024
To get the effect, place your fingers in an L-shape at the cheekbone-with the index finger positioned along the hairline toward the temple and the thumb on the cheek to delineate the exact application area using powder blush.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
After 475 hours of testing the best growth-inducing conditioners on the market, this bottle delivered the most on regrowth, resulting in new strands along the hairline and healthier, thicker, longer hair in general.
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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Swipe a sculpting stick down your cheekbones, at your hairline, underneath your lips, and on your collar bones.
—Julianne Carell, Glamour, 24 Sep. 2024
The gluing process left small hairline cracks, and a few pieces are missing, but the jar's impressive size remains.
—CBS News, 12 Sep. 2024
To get the effect, place your fingers in an L-shape at the cheekbone-with the index finger positioned along the hairline toward the temple and the thumb on the cheek to delineate the exact application area using powder blush.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
After 475 hours of testing the best growth-inducing conditioners on the market, this bottle delivered the most on regrowth, resulting in new strands along the hairline and healthier, thicker, longer hair in general.
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairline
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Conventional toy cars used thin, rigid steel axles and rubber tires.George Petras, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Anker has released its thinnest MagSafe-compatible power bank, measuring about a third of an inch thick.Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Cognac is complex, featuring plum, fig, and licorice notes, a rich, spicy finish, and subtle vanilla undertones.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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The palate has a mix of caramel, cinnamon sugar, and subtle spice, which offers a rich, layered experience.Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 14 Dec. 2024
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But the new research uses mathematical analysis rather than relying solely on human judgement.Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
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This information from all participating landlords in an area is then pooled and run through mathematical forecasting to generate pricing recommendations for the landlords and for their competitors.CALmatters, Orange County Register, 4 Dec. 2024
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Total ice accumulations around one-tenth of an inch and snow accumulations up to 6 inches are expected above 3,500 feet.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Boston will be dry by 7 p.m. In the West, 3 to 6 inches of rain is possible for the foothills of the southern Sierra Nevada mountain range through Tuesday morning.Emily Shapiro, ABC News, 26 Nov. 2024
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Soon, we were told to go to the back of the train, where MTA workers were escorting us onto the narrow cat track to the escape stairs.Gillian Telling, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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The narrow definition of who the competition was meant merging two competitors in a market posed a bigger risk to consumers of less choice and potentially higher prices.Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 12 Dec. 2024
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The suited look featured a base black fabric with delicate, white pinstripes along the blazer and trousers.Julia Teti, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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These will need to strike a delicate balance between encouraging innovation and ensuring responsible development.Adrian Swinscoe, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Switch to Visible by Verizon Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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By seeking a forensic examination to access text messages and metadata, the plaintiffs aimed to move beyond potentially unreliable screenshots to establish a full and accurate picture of the communications, and the court agreed.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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After the accident in October, Lula was left with a cut on the back of his head, slightly above his neck.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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But the coup de gras on the final night might been the sight of policemen on horses that were adorned by giant friendship bracelets around their necks.Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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