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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At the same time, the line between a bad habit of using tech several hours a day and a behavioral addiction can be blurry, especially for teens and young adults whose social lives, homework, and entertainment all run through the same devices. Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026 Some of the roles might still be a little blurry. Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026 This will eventually lead to blurry or hazy photos if the lens is not treated properly. Jacob Little, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2026 Your photo must be high resolution, not blurry or pixelated. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blurry

Word History

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

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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 29 Mar. 2026.

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