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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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3
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
Deanna Pai, Allure, 21 Feb. 2025
The rash tends to start at the hairline and spread down the body.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Common symptoms, which typically appear 7 to 14 days after infection, include:
A distinct rash that usually starts on the hairline and moves down to the face and upper neck.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 19 Feb. 2025
And his deal with the devil hairline is infuriating.
—Outside Online, 19 Feb. 2025
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Toth recommends shakers for areas with thinning and powders with brushes for hairline recession.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 21 Feb. 2025
The rash tends to start at the hairline and spread down the body.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Common symptoms, which typically appear 7 to 14 days after infection, include:
A distinct rash that usually starts on the hairline and moves down to the face and upper neck.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 19 Feb. 2025
And his deal with the devil hairline is infuriating.
—Outside Online, 19 Feb. 2025
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Rattan is fabricated into furniture using rattan poles or by weaving thinner strips of rattan cane into wicker styles, like the banquette in this coastal kitchen by designer Marina Hanisch.—
Monika Biegler Eyers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set Cozy Earth Cozy Earth Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set $331 $265 Cozy Earth Pros Temperature-regulating Very thin and lightweight, but supersoft Lots of color options Cons Expensive Tend to wrinkle easily True to their name, these are some cozy AF sheets.—
Kristin Canning,
SELF,
14 Mar. 2025
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Kennedy’s subversion of vaccines, subtle at times, glaring at others, goes far beyond the measles outbreak.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Of course, artists such as Mondrian and Klimt would likely not have been aware of fractals, or the math that underpins them, but perhaps had an innate understanding of the subtle proportions all trees share, according to the researchers.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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For instance, in 2020, Christopher Hendon's lab at the University of Oregon helped devise a mathematical model for brewing the perfect cup of espresso over and over while minimizing waste.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
17 Mar. 2025
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And the latter term for one who studies or writes word, logic or mathematical puzzles seems apt for what Gates has deciphered on the job.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2025
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Depending on the tulip variety, spacing should be 3 to 6 inches apart.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
21 Mar. 2025
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Oregon is expected to be hit with 10 inches of snow in the mountains during the day and into the evening Friday.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2025
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The historically narrow majority that Republicans hold in the House of Representatives means this opposition will probably continue.—
Justin Peck / Made by History,
TIME,
14 Mar. 2025
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Rubrik beat Wall Street’s expectations, posting an adjusted loss of 18 cents per share for its fourth quarter, which was narrower than the 39 cent loss expected from analysts polled by LSEG.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025
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This is a lovely Champagne with appealing aromas of pear, passion fruit and a delicate hint of yeast.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Reviewers rave about this set’s soft feel and delicate appearance.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Mar. 2025
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Disaster-prone California has regulations that try to help ensure replacement values are accurate.—
Ron Lieber,
New York Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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Tips for Pap Smear Preparation on Your Period Cervical cancer screening, like any lab test, is not always 100% accurate, and certain factors can affect accuracy and comfort during the exam.—
Khadeja Haye,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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Becerra Moran became upset, the Times reported, when a supervisor arrived and asked the officers to leave, pushing a mini-fridge toward them and holding a knife to her neck, which made the officers draw their guns.—
James Factora,
Them,
10 Mar. 2025
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Occasionally, someone dressed it up or made out with it, and people liked to hang Mardi Gras beads around its neck, but nobody made it into a big deal.—
Zach Helfand,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Hairline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hairline. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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