sea breeze

noun

Synonyms of sea breezenext
: a cooling breeze blowing generally in the daytime inland from the sea

Examples of sea breeze in a Sentence

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In a bold architectural move, there are no glass windows; instead, wooden shutters fold open to let the sea breeze and the sounds of the neighboring ecological reserve wash over you. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026 Some moisture could move into South Florida over the weekend, with sea breezes pushing afternoon thunderstorms inland. Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026 Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s, including along the coast thanks to a lack of sea breeze. Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026 Picture waking up on a sunny morning, sliding floor-to-ceiling glass doors open, and stepping out onto a balcony to catch the sea breeze. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sea breeze

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sea breeze was in 1661

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“Sea breeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20breeze. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

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