curlier; curliest
1
: tending to curl
2
: having the grain composed of fibers that undulate without crossing and that often form alternating light and dark lines
curly maple
curliness
noun
Examples of curly in a Sentence
She has curly hair and blue eyes.
The dog's tail is curly.
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Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026
Below are the ones that really deliver for curly hair, thick hair, post-workout refreshes, scalp health, and more—without the chalky residue or heavy buildup.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 29 Apr. 2026
In the before shot, her curly hair tumbled over her shoulders, while the after shot showed it a couple of inches shorter.
—Clare Fisher, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Plus, van Ness explains that the product doesn’t have to be used for heat styling alone—curly or textured hair can simply scrunch it in to help smooth unwanted frizz too.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for curly
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“Curly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curly. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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curly
adjective
curlier; curliest
: tending to curl
also
: having curls
curly hair
curliness
noun
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