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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Summer-like sea breeze patterns continue on Sunday in Central Florida, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Katie Garch said. Elainie Colton, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026 Tables are set right beside and along the sand, with sea breezes drifting through and a menu of coastal ingredients cooked over open flames. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 13 June 2026 From Key Largo to Key West, home of the southernmost point in the continental United States, this destination is packed with easygoing vibes and plenty of relaxing sea breezes. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 Tuesday will start out relatively dry, with easterly sea breezes pushing thunderstorms inland, but that will change Wednesday, as winds shift to southeasterly, said National Weather Service meteorologist Nico Porcelli. Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 8 June 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 19 Jun. 2026.

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sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

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