shave

Example Sentences

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For some women, choosing to shave their hair before it falls out becomes a way of taking back a semblance of control in their life.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

At least once a week I wonder whether it would be simpler to go full Jada Pinkett Smith and just shave it off.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

The pair closed out the 51st season of “SNL” with a game of chicken that nearly pushed Jost to shave his head on national television.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

For travelers, exploring flights to a city near their ultimate destination can sometimes shave hundreds of dollars from a trip’s cost.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

The men’s faces, too, were covered with stubble because they would not be allowed to shave until the period of mourning was over.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer