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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On sunny days, when Manhattanites swap scorching sidewalks for the cool exhale of a sea breeze, the beachfront jostles. Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026 In South Florida, sea breezes from the Atlantic push moisture inland while heat rising off urban areas and the Everglades carries that moisture into the cold air above. Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2026 Inspired by Victoria and David Beckham’s trip to Italy in the early days of dating, the sultry scent melds notes of sea breeze, incense, amber, and vetiver with patchouli and musk. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 27 May 2026 Feel the sea breeze along the shores of Maine at the Portland Head Light lighthouse. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 18 May 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 3 Jun. 2026.

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sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

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