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as in blinded
lacking the power of sight
our old blind cat kept walking into walls and furniture
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as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
you'd have to be really blind to think that was a good idea
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as in smoke screen
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Recent Examples of blind
Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025
Close blinds or curtains during the day to block heat buildup
Layer up in sleepwear—wear socks, long sleeves, or silk pajamas that adapt to your body temperature.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 15 July 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2025
Some ways to avoid bear encounters include: Slowing down in shrubby areas and when approaching blind corners.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 30 July 2025
Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 28 July 2025
Gann had twice previously tested the chemicals, the documents said, each time creating a small explosion, the second one blinding the veteran for about 20 seconds.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 23 July 2025
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Adjective
Residents can sign a pledge to participate in the Lights Out Louisville program, which calls for business and homeowners to cut down on artificial light usage at night, while also drawing shades, curtains and blinds after dark to help prevent bird strikes.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 24 July 2025
Close blinds or curtains during the day to block heat buildup
Layer up in sleepwear—wear socks, long sleeves, or silk pajamas that adapt to your body temperature.
—Alyssa Hui-Anderson, Verywell Health, 15 July 2025
Verb
However, the brand is not blind to current challenges facing the denim industry, particularly the lack of sources for U.S.-made denim textiles.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2025
Some ways to avoid bear encounters include: Slowing down in shrubby areas and when approaching blind corners.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 30 July 2025
Noun
Fame, politics and popularity can blind even the most principled.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 28 July 2025
Gann had twice previously tested the chemicals, the documents said, each time creating a small explosion, the second one blinding the veteran for about 20 seconds.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blind
Adjective
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In his memoir, Perry recalled how Aniston was the first costar to confront him about his troubles despite him never having been drunk on set.—
Mekishana Pierre,
EW.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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In August 2024, the nursing home was penalized when federal surveyors found that two residents were leaving the nursing home without signing out and then returning drunk.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Although, her selection of dazzling looks in and of themselves were enough to distract fans from the tiny blip.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Everyone will pay attention to you, as your Scorpio horoscope for August 2025 finds Leo season dazzling your tenth house of notoriety, success, and legacy.—
Liz Simmons,
StyleCaster,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Among the highlights is an eat-in kitchen outfitted with dual islands, top-notch stainless appliances, and an accompanying breakfast nook.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
15 Aug. 2025
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Marble benches were tucked away in nooks of the lake, perfect for an easel and some watercolors.—
Ginger Perra,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Politicians should weigh genuine options and be forced, to whatever extent possible, to explain their ends, rather than treat such ideals as democracy and freedom like smoke screens for secret ones.—
Samuel Moyn,
Harpers Magazine,
16 July 2025
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The nominal aims of orders to, for example, stop anti-semitism or halt the teaching of diversity, equity and inclusion topics are smoke screens for an attempt to hobble institutions that are perceived to house a liberal elite.—
William Stafford Noble,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These tiny fossorial ophidians — though not the tiniest (that title belongs to this 4-inch snake from Barbados) — are nearly sightless.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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By hooking up the brains of blind rats to compasses, scientists in Japan found the sightless rodents could navigate a maze nearly as well as normally sighted rats.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
2 Apr. 2015
Adjective
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Survey data showed that Naperville police made 258 drunken driving arrests in 2024, a 51.8% increase over the 170 made in 2023.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Matters are complicated by Olivia's drunken uncle, Sir Toby Belch (John Ellison Conlee), serving-woman Maria (Daphne Rubin-Vega), and Belch's friend Sir Andrew Aguecheek (Ferguson).—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Watch this soon-to-be bride be stunned by an elaborate surprise proposal!—
Allison Moses,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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Jason Miller/Getty Images Mailata was admittedly stunned by what Garrett was bringing to the table throughout the week.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Additionally, Samantha Walsh of Sears Home Services says that certain harsh chemicals can damage the protective shielding inside the microwave, including components like the waveguide cover or the interior of the microwave door.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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The pillow top cover is filled with a fine spiral fiber filling, which is held in place with quilted stitching that ensures equal distribution without bunching.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Blind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blind. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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