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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
Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
People from diverse backgrounds visit the clinic, trusting it to provide results that match their natural hairline and appearance.
Leadership & Vision Behind the Clinic
The clinic is named after Asli Tarcan.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Broken concrete, a hairline crack in a driveway, and lines between pavers provide plenty of space for seeds to settle and sprout all year long.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
Coverage area An appropriately sized swim cap covers the mid-forehead area down to the hairline at the back of your neck.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
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He is shorn of his rakish mustache, and a scruffy isthmus sprouts at the crown of his receding hairline.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 14 July 2025
People from diverse backgrounds visit the clinic, trusting it to provide results that match their natural hairline and appearance.
Leadership & Vision Behind the Clinic
The clinic is named after Asli Tarcan.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Broken concrete, a hairline crack in a driveway, and lines between pavers provide plenty of space for seeds to settle and sprout all year long.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 July 2025
Coverage area An appropriately sized swim cap covers the mid-forehead area down to the hairline at the back of your neck.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hairline
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Armstrong provides another veteran depth option to vie for a roster spot in a position group that’s already thin and now ailing.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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Light cushioning maximizes comfort and support in the arch of your foot, while keeping its thin profile.—
Lauren Breedlove,
Travel + Leisure,
24 July 2025
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Interplay of rough and polished diamonds continued, with a wide range of hues from white to subtle greens and browns, and the use of materials such as natural jet and grand-feu enamel.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
24 July 2025
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Climate change continues to have a profound impact on the Great Lakes region, bringing more extreme weather, declining fish populations, and subtle but profound economic transformation.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Tolkowsky, a Belgian mathematician from a diamond-cutting family, was the first to detail the mathematical principles for maximizing a round brilliant diamond’s sparkle and brilliance.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The first part is the bedrock deep beneath the tower, which is made of hard mathematical problems.—
Ben Brubaker,
Quanta Magazine,
25 July 2025
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Hochul’s office warned that some regions could see up to five inches of rainfall, creating a 70% chance of flash flooding that could impact basements and the subway.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Even 6 inches of swiftly moving water can forcefully knock you off your feet.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
31 July 2025
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But its critics say EA continues to make narrow and curious choices that neglect both systemic issues and the complexly human reasons people give, as a battle for billions rages on.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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Greene’s characterization of a ‘narrow audience’ echoes this.—
Matthew Carey Salyer,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Tasters enjoyed Canada Dry’s balance of flavors, noting that its delicate citrus played well with a sharp bitter note on the back of their tongues.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 July 2025
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For instance, delicate fabrics like wool, silk, or linen will likely have different washing requirements than white cotton garments.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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Call your insurance company and verify that the estimate is accurate to your policy.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The analysts' predictions were not entirely accurate, the brand said.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
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For side sleepers who generally benefit from a firmer pillow for head and neck support, this memory foam-like fill from the Westin could be your best bet.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
1 Aug. 2025
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According to the Mayo Clinic, hot flashes are a sudden feeling of warmth that spread throughout the upper body, often affecting the face, chest, and neck.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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