blurry

adjective

blur·​ry ˈblər-ē How to pronounce blurry (audio)
blurrier; blurriest
: 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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The circumstances underscore a broader issue that affects many condominium communities concerning the often-blurry line between association and owner responsibilities. Niurys Robaina, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2025 Use a tripod or stand Keeping your phone steady will ensure photos are sharp and crisp, not blurry. Melina Khan, IndyStar, 12 Nov. 2025 This allows enough time to capture the moving lights but not too long to appear blurry. Melina Khan, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025 Its small black-and-white screen was often blurry, sometimes blank and buzzing, the programming sporadic or lame. David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025 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 19 Nov. 2025.

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