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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

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

From BBC ● Jun. 23, 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

When I groan and make a face at him, he looks up, combing a hand through his short black dreadlocks.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray


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