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buzz cut

noun

Definition of buzz cut

as in crew cut

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Recent Examples of buzz cut From a fringed mullet, to a blonde buzz cut, bobs in various lengths, micro bangs, and even a shade of citrus—Kristen Stewart’s looks are always executed with an edge. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 July 2026 The comedian, known for sporting a buzz cut look in recent years, can be seen with a notably longer coif. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 24 July 2026 The Bachelor alum, 40, showed off his brand-new buzz cut about a week after revealing that he was diagnosed with an early-stage brain tumor. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026 Paul, also sporting a buzz cut now, runs to the top of a plinth, high above a massive, cheering crowd. — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for buzz cut

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Noun

My boss there, Kevin, dressed like a little kid—T-shirt, cargo shorts, low-top sneakers—and had a boyish crew cut to match.

— Claire Stapleton, New Yorker, 18 July 2026
But there were more gray and graying, bald and balding heads in the church than those with crew cuts or thick hair.

— Dave Duffey, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026

Definition of crew cut

Noun

The groups have watched pigeon flocks flee from hawks and have seen pigeons feeding crop milk, a substance adult pigeons produce near their throat, to their babies.

— KYLE MELNICK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 4 Oct. 2026
As with all emerging markets, a key risk is rising global interest rates, and for Latin America in particular, the El Niño weather phenomenon which could lead to crop damage for agricultural exporters.

— Michelle Caruso-Cabrera, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of crop

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Most mega-bestsellers of eras past are forgotten, and even the award winners that make their way into academic syllabi fade into dusty bibliography.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026
Paint can chip and fade and public art faces the constant threat of being vandalized.

— Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of fade

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At the time, Hilton finished off her look with a pair of strappy baby pink stiletto sandals, a pink boxy purse, and a sparkling crown atop her icy blonde bob.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026
Transition Shag This bold shag is a sleek transition for growing out a bob haircut.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of bob

Noun

Crafted by celebrity hair architect Tokyo Stylez, the texture spoke to a different time, a decade defined by big hair, otherwise known as the ’80s.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Well besides being well known for her voice, big hair and charming personality, she was also recognized for her devotion to the natural world.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of big hair

Noun

In practical terms, Northwood advises regular trims and keeping it well-nourished with a hair mask at least once a week.

— Hannah Coates, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026
Every two weeks for the past 10 years, Nelson Ortega has sat down in Mohammad Abuhashish’s Irving Park barber chair and gotten a fresh trim.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2026

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