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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

She also wore a black durag over her trademark blonde hair, before removing it to show tight dreadlocks – the same style as Cameron.

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

I had dreadlocks halfway down my back and wore jean shorts.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 16, 2026

And the most obvious way to do that was to have Jones’ ample dreadlocks flowing behind him.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 21, 2026

Today, he’s wearing simple blue robes, but with his white dreadlocks tied back and his trimmed beard, he still looks annoyingly regal.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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