1
as in to confuse
to make (something) unclear to the understanding
an article for the layman that blurs the distinction between the two kinds of cholesterol
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2
as in to obscure
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
evening shadows blurred the view of the valley from the overlook
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as in taint
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Recent Examples of blur
Michael B Smith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2025
Anderson’s Dior may not be about rewriting the rules, but rather blurring them—creating a space where personal expression and house heritage coexist.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Kaolin Clay absorbs excess oil, squalane keeps skin hydrated, and hydrophobic silica smooths texture, blurs imperfections, and minimizes pores.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Verb
The retirement dreams that once felt tangible now seem distant, blurred by political vanity masked as economic strategy.
—Michael B Smith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2025
Anderson’s Dior may not be about rewriting the rules, but rather blurring them—creating a space where personal expression and house heritage coexist.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
One swipe of its lip cream leaves behind a breathable blur with a soft-focus finish.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Apr. 2025
Kaolin Clay absorbs excess oil, squalane keeps skin hydrated, and hydrophobic silica smooths texture, blurs imperfections, and minimizes pores.
—Kate Donnelly, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blur
Verb
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And when the series takes an occasional serious turn, you'll just be confused.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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However, simply getting older doesn’t equate to consistently missing bills or appointments, having a hard time speaking with people, or feeling lost or confused in places that are familiar to you.—
Alisa Hrustic,
SELF,
1 May 2025
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Iben believes that this simple truth—understood intuitively by earlier generations of investors—has been obscured in an era dominated by short-term thinking and monetary distortion.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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In this natural-color scene, thick smoke obscures the fire’s mark on the land below.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Bonus: The vast majority of Aussie wines are sealed with screw caps, regardless of price, which equals consistency, longer aging, and zero risk of cork taint.—
Christina Pickard,
Bon Appétit,
5 Mar. 2025
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Catholicism offers ritual without the tedium of rationality; anarchism offers revolutionary action against inequality without the taint of materialism, the prospect of personal gain.—
Adam Gopnik,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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After Damian broke up with Giannina at the altar (and Giannina muddied her dress by dramatically sprinting out of the ceremony), the couple briefly rekindled their relationship but broke up in August 2021 as rumors swirled about Damian dating Too Hot to Handle’s Francesca Farago.—
Charlotte Walsh,
Vulture,
5 May 2025
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Iran has insisted that keeping its enrichment is key, but Witkoff has muddied the issue by first suggesting in a television interview that Iran could enrich uranium at 3.67%, then later saying all enrichment must stop.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Snag these room darkening curtain panels for just $11, or cozy up your bed with new throw pillows and this chunky knit throw blanket.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
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While newer formulations tend to avoid these ingredients, some still include actives that can be harsh, especially on sensitive areas like the underarms, where skin is thinner and prone to irritation or darkening.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While any first-round loss is a stain on the Lakers’ legacy, at least this loss comes with hope.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Although it’s made from a cushy fabric, the rug won’t hold stains and just needs to be spot-cleaned with soap and water.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Also people may view it as attempting to obfuscate the real facts or come off as lack of respect.—
Martin Zwilling,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Could this trailer be obfuscating the surprise Return of a Che Diaz (Che Diaz (Sara Ramirez)) plot line for Miranda?—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2025
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Bond yields dipped as consumer confidence in the economy dimmed to its lowest levels since 2011, according to the Conference Board’s April survey .—
Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
29 Apr. 2025
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After cabin lights were dimmed, Abraham allegedly began to grope Morgan, according to the lawsuit.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Blur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blur. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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