Using this phrase can suggest someone’s self-assurance, as their appearance is meticulously maintained. She walked into the meeting without a hair out of place, exuding confidence.
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Slight Exaggeration
It's often used hyperbolically, meaning nobody’s appearance is literally that perfect. Despite the windy weather, he arrived looking like he didn't have a hair out of place.
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Irony or Sarcasm
Sometimes used ironically to emphasize that someone’s appearance is actually disheveled. After the rollercoaster ride, her hair was a mess, but he joked, 'Not a hair out of place, huh?'