How to Use split end in a Sentence

split end

noun
Definition of split endnext
  • Your hair feels lighter, your neck can breathe and all those split ends get dumped in the trash.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 16 Aug. 2023
  • At the same time, a blend of oils helps repair the look and feel of split ends and dryness.
    — ELLE, 7 Mar. 2023
  • For split ends, rub it onto the tips of your hair, as well as the driest parts.
    — Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
  • It can even be used to smooth split ends, giving you a shiny finish to your hair.
    — Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 26 Mar. 2024
  • This process breaks down the disulphide bonds in your hair and leads to breakage, split ends, and dull color.
    — refinery29.com, 12 Mar. 2018
  • Use it to help with UV protection, enhance shine, and help to seal split ends.
    — Neha Tandon, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024
  • The fractures and scars show that they were distally hafted – attached to the split end of a shaft.
    — Laure Metz, Discover Magazine, 15 Mar. 2023
  • What a slot receiver needs to read or react to, compared to a split end or a flanker.
    — Zach Osterman, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Aug. 2020
  • Darius Slayton was the top deep threat, as the split end always is in Gus Malzahn's offense.
    — James Crepea, AL.com, 22 Feb. 2018
  • The creamy duo smooths down cuticles and reforms split ends with squalane — the very lipid that routine abuse strips away.
    — Liana Schaffner, Allure, 21 Sep. 2023
  • That just-back-from-the-salon post-haircut feeling is like no other — so fresh and so free of split ends.
    — Wendy Sy, Allure, 1 June 2018
  • Three-digits calls assign a single-digit apiece to the split end, tight end and flanker in that order.
    — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Plus, my split ends appeared full rather than frayed — almost as if they had been freshly snipped.
    — Jessica Prince Erlich, The Cut, 2 Feb. 2018
  • Pool Troubles, Solved Not feeling a summer with split ends?
    — Jenna Dedić, Redbook, 25 May 2017
  • After all, a split end that breaks can lead to your hair losing length — not to mention shine, volume, and smoothness.
    — Blake Bakkila, Good Housekeeping, 16 Aug. 2018
  • The brand’s Goddess Strength 7 scalp and hair treatment oil aims to wrap curly hair with moisture to help protect hair from breakage and split ends.
    — Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Deonte Thompson is in line to start at flanker, opposite split end Kevin White.
    — Chicago Tribune Staff, chicagotribune.com, 10 Sep. 2017
  • Likewise, those with enough money can afford skilled stylists to crop the split ends from their hair and tint it to glow like the sun is always shining on it.
    — Veronica Walsingham, SELF, 15 Nov. 2018
  • Lined up at split end, Etienne quickly got by a zone defender near the sideline.
    — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Or maybe the pool’s chlorine is damaging your hair, causing breakage and split ends.
    — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Cutler says that eight to twelve weeks is a decent time between hair appointments, just be sure to keep an eye on split ends.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2024
  • Toners can also be used to add shine, increase the softness of hair, or reduce the appearance of split ends.
    — Kristin Corpuz, ELLE, 1 Mar. 2023
  • This is such an effective way to avoid snapping and breaking strands of hair which can contribute to split ends and frizz.
    — Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Schwartz, an accomplished sprinter, will likely be in the slot and either Hill and Williams could end up at flanker or split end, where Auburn has more depth.
    — James Crepea, AL.com, 22 Mar. 2018
  • Much to our chagrin, split ends are unavoidable and can't be reversed once acquired.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2023
  • Samuel lines up at split end, flanker, slot, halfback and any other position 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan can dream up.
    — Tom Silverstein, USA TODAY, 23 Jan. 2022
  • Soon after, creamy blush and a touch-and-it-will-unravel braid entered the equation, while untamed ringlets, afros of all shapes and sizes, and split ends abounded in Spring 2016.
    — Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2018
  • Invest in your hair health by using hair masks, like the Virtue Restorative Treatment Mask–and sleep on a silk pillowcase to prevent split ends.
    — Hannah Coates, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2023
  • Plus, these potent plant extracts help define curls, moisturize the scalp, seal split ends, and help retain length.
    — Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
  • During his four years in college, Harrison was a receiver and split end on the football team.
    — Emily J. Shiffer, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2023

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