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dreadlocks

[dred-loks] / ˈdrɛdˌlɒks /




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The BSA wrote that "traditional aquatic headwear", like swimming caps, "doesn't cater to children with longer, thicker afro hair, nor does it cater to traditionally Black hairstyles including braids, dreadlocks and twists with extensions".

From BBC Aug. 31, 2026

Damon Landor had grown dreadlocks for nearly two decades.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 23, 2026

Like many Rastafarians, Landor believes his faith requires him to wear his hair in long dreadlocks.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2026

In a statement to USA Today, Landor said his dreadlocks are "a part of me and part of who I am".

From BBC Jun. 23, 2026

When I’m halfway across the room, a man with dreadlocks down to his belt jumps in front of me and says, “Come jam with us, little sister.”

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake




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