: a dull lusterless surface (as on gilding, metalwork, or satin)
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Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Now Jack is finally able to enjoy all that the playground has to offer, with the installation of accessible matting from UltiPlay.
—Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 2 July 2025
Risk of building up and matting hair: There is also evidence that castor oil may cause build-up and hair matting (also known as hair felting) in some people, but this is extremely rare.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025
Experts recommend brushing goldendoodles at least two-three times a week to prevent matting and tangles, while professional grooming should be done every six to eight weeks to keep their coat manageable.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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Many need extensive dental surgeries, mass removals, treatment for ear and eye infections, and some may require limb amputations likely caused by the horrific matting they were forced to endure.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Now Jack is finally able to enjoy all that the playground has to offer, with the installation of accessible matting from UltiPlay.
—Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 2 July 2025
Risk of building up and matting hair: There is also evidence that castor oil may cause build-up and hair matting (also known as hair felting) in some people, but this is extremely rare.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 4 June 2025
Experts recommend brushing goldendoodles at least two-three times a week to prevent matting and tangles, while professional grooming should be done every six to eight weeks to keep their coat manageable.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
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“Matting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/matting. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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