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dandruff

[dan-druhf] / ˈdæn drəf /
NOUN
scurf
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“We do have a very special relationship. In fact, I’ll get that little piece of dandruff off. You have a little piece,” Trump said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Later that day in the Oval Office, Trump brushed what he described as a bit of dandruff from Macron’s shoulder.

From Salon • Nov. 23, 2025

Dermatologists say that scalp treatments promote circulation and detoxify, as well as calm and hydrate skin, all of which can help prevent dandruff, itchiness, dryness and inflammation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2024

Even if you don’t have dandruff, it can decrease microscopic inflammation and promote hair growth, says Kheterpal.

From National Geographic • Aug. 22, 2023

I see her giving Addie the evil oculus every morning as Addie stands there, silent as dandruff and every bit as annoying.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe