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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Blame an increase in digital technology, algorithms encouraging people to keep swiping onto the next thing, and increasingly blurry boundaries between work and personal time. Natalia V. Osipova, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026 The idea is similar to combining several blurry photos to create one sharper image. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Feb. 2026 The lines between hygiene, wellness, and beauty are blurry, and some of the companies sell products that fall under all three categories. Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2026 While authorities noted in the arrest report that Falcinelli smelled of alcohol, had slurred speech and blurry eyes, there was no mention of a sobriety test being administered. Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 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 3 Mar. 2026.

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