blurry

adjective

blur·​ry ˈblər-ē How to pronounce blurry (audio)
blurrier; blurriest
Synonyms of blurrynext
: lacking definition or focus
blurrily adverb
blurriness noun

Examples of blurry in a Sentence

a blurry image in the foreground of the photograph
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But experts say these anecdotal sightings and blurry images aren’t proper evidence to indicate that any aliens have actually visited us. Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 12 June 2026 As for the blurry and unflattering ones, those can go in the trash. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 12 June 2026 The dental office worker had headaches, blurry vision and anxiety. Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 Inside the organization, the same gaps show up as competing priorities, blurry ownership and metrics that don't quite add up. Bob Ray, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for blurry

Word History

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blurry was in 1757

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“Blurry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blurry. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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