as in curly
having the curving shape of a wave or of many waves
She has wavy blond hair. wavy lines
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Recent Examples of wavy
Best for: Straight, wavy, curly, coiled, and chemically treated hair in need of structural repair, split-end protection, and cuticle sealing.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 June 2025
While most people know to go to the wavier wire in-season, many struggle with a draft strategy.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Vans’ beloved waffle pattern bedecks the sole, and those wavy, black side stripes considered together with that Marshmallow color make the shoe a sight to behold (and one to wear for every last event on your social calendar).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
This testy relationship continues although Joel is becoming increasingly charmed by Merry, who does notice his wavy brown hair and dimple.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 22 June 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 June 2025
While most people know to go to the wavier wire in-season, many struggle with a draft strategy.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Vans’ beloved waffle pattern bedecks the sole, and those wavy, black side stripes considered together with that Marshmallow color make the shoe a sight to behold (and one to wear for every last event on your social calendar).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
This testy relationship continues although Joel is becoming increasingly charmed by Merry, who does notice his wavy brown hair and dimple.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 22 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for wavy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wavy
curly
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As the only person in my immediate family with curly hair, this is a game-changer.—
Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton,
Denver Post,
10 July 2025
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Amazon $50 Walmart $50 Best Buy Does this unique straightening comb result in glass-smooth results for those with very difficult, curly hair?—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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“Wavy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wavy. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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