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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

He described the third as a similarly sized Black man with dreadlocks but said he could not remember the man’s clothing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 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

Growing uncut, uncombed hair into dreadlocks is a symbol of devotion and spiritual growth for Rastafarians.

From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026

The burly guard wore his hair in long, ropy dreadlocks.

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein


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