as in hairstyles
a style or arrangement of hair
that hairdo makes her face look softer and rounder
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Recent Examples of hairdos
Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.
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Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
Distinguished by different hairdos and contrasting body language, Douglas, who can will himself to appear sedate, and James, who’s in a continual manic spiral, have more in common than either would care to admit.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
However, McMillan also sees the future getting nostalgic for vintage hairdos and techniques that have been recycled over the decades.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Idomeneo himself appears as a park ranger, complete with Greek motifs on his shorts, while other cast members parade in sailor outfits and bouffant hairdos.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
Yet, Nancy Wilson also spoke a bit, recalling the band’s questionable hairdos and other memories from the MTV-slick ’80s.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
Distinguished by different hairdos and contrasting body language, Douglas, who can will himself to appear sedate, and James, who’s in a continual manic spiral, have more in common than either would care to admit.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
However, McMillan also sees the future getting nostalgic for vintage hairdos and techniques that have been recycled over the decades.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
Zelig has been working to make the virtual models on Build a Look appear more lifelike, utilizing multiple photo shoots on real models, relaxing the poses, and changing hairdos.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025
Idomeneo himself appears as a park ranger, complete with Greek motifs on his shorts, while other cast members parade in sailor outfits and bouffant hairdos.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
Yet, Nancy Wilson also spoke a bit, recalling the band’s questionable hairdos and other memories from the MTV-slick ’80s.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairdos
Noun
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That means hairstyles studded with gemstones and pearls, gemstones sparkling across Robbie's cheeks, and braids tied together with passion-red ribbons.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Feb. 2026
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Braiding—especially cornrows—are the foundation of so many of the hairstyles that matter to us.—
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez,
Parents,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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As for which haircuts work best with this style?—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
5 Feb. 2026
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Their stylish haircuts, often with fades on the sides, set them apart in rural communities.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Hairdos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairdos. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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