tresses

Example Sentences

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Her long tresses are twisted in an easy crown, flowing from the crest of her forehead to the nape of her neck and signaling her noble status.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024

She sheared the long black tresses that had been her signature look.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2024

But the highlight was Campbell herself, age 53, who closed the show in a sleek, clinging silver gown, her long tresses swaying behind her.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2023

Other than feeding them and untangling their tresses as if weeding a garden, she generally leaves them to their own devices.

From New York Times • Jun. 1, 2023

He noticed Estelle’s graceful arms and long, luxuriant hair, noting that “its shade of color, appeared like the natural tresses of my wife.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock