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As a general rule: Small brushes (1-1.5 inches) are great for tight curls and shorter hair
Medium brushes (1.5-2 inches) are ideal for volume and soft waves
Large brushes (2.5-3 inches) are a good bet for smoothing long hair.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024
As a general rule, space out when taking supplements and your medications by at least two hours.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
As a general rule, lawns and gardens need one inch of water per week during the actively growing period.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
The general rule of thumb is that time in the market beats timing the market.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024
As a general rule, space out when taking supplements and your medications by at least two hours.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
As a general rule, lawns and gardens need one inch of water per week during the actively growing period.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2024
The general rule of thumb is that time in the market beats timing the market.
—Wes Moss, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
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“General rule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20rule. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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