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
Create a Sim with clothes, jewelry, and hairdos).
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Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 May 2026
In addition to wandering tourists, expect to see theater crew, set designers, actors, and matronly sensei in pastel kimonos and big, pinned up hairdos haunting the vicinity.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Another oddity is Ringwald’s co-worker in the record store (Annie Potts), a ’60s leftover who looks 15, alternates between punk and beehive hairdos and listens to the Association, of all groups.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Sochan spent nearly four seasons with the Spurs and became a fan favorite for his colorful hairdos and hustle on the court.
—René Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 18 Feb. 2026
When the flowers fade, silky seedheads that look like wispy, wild hairdos decorate the plant into summer.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.
—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
Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 May 2026
In addition to wandering tourists, expect to see theater crew, set designers, actors, and matronly sensei in pastel kimonos and big, pinned up hairdos haunting the vicinity.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Another oddity is Ringwald’s co-worker in the record store (Annie Potts), a ’60s leftover who looks 15, alternates between punk and beehive hairdos and listens to the Association, of all groups.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Sochan spent nearly four seasons with the Spurs and became a fan favorite for his colorful hairdos and hustle on the court.
—René Guzman, San Antonio Express-News, 18 Feb. 2026
When the flowers fade, silky seedheads that look like wispy, wild hairdos decorate the plant into summer.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, Douglas — hairdos and all— is in the midst of a hiatus.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairdos
Noun
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Celebs were all about the bow a few years ago, with stars like Cardi B and Zendaya adding bows to their various hairstyles.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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Photos in the Duchess of Sussex's post showed that Princess Lilibet had her red hair pulled back in a low relaxed bun, which has long been one of Meghan's signature hairstyles.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
Noun
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These were days for doctors’ appointments, haircuts, long lunches, coming in late and leaving early.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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That means even giving up haircuts for a while.—
Marvin Hurst,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Hairdos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairdos. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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