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Run a comb through Meaning in English

expression

ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkoʊm/ /ˈθɹu
RUN uh KOHM thru
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /kˈəʊm/ /θɹˈuː
run uh KOHM throo

Definição

To quickly or thoroughly move a comb through hair to tidy or untangle it.

Uso & Nuances

This is a casual, everyday phrase for both quick and thorough actions. Commonly used with 'my hair', 'his hair', 'her hair'. Not used for objects other than hair or fur. Can mean anything from a simple gesture to a more careful grooming.

Frases de Exemplo

She always runs a comb through her hair after waking up.

basic

I need to run a comb through my hair before we go.

basic

Can you run a comb through your hair?

basic

Hang on, let me quickly run a comb through my hair.

natural

He barely had time to run a comb through his hair before leaving the house.

natural

If your hair looks messy, just run a comb through it and you're good to go.

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