1
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues
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2
as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air
a pleasant, airy room
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as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual
airy mountain villages
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the airy revelry of their latest album is a departure from the slower and more somber music of the band's previous work
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5
as in subtle
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness
an airy cologne that would be appropriate to wear to the office
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Recent Examples of airy
The vocals are airy, haughtily enunciated in the high hippie style, and embellished with happy trills; the melody chugs along with a nursery-rhyme simplicity that is somehow underwired by knowingness: innocence and experience conjoined.
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James Parker, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Light, airy, and too good to put down, this winner from Angie’s will take care of both your sweet and salty cravings.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 10 June 2025
Opt for this airy, sleeveless mini frock that’s made from soft, breathable fabric.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 7 June 2025
Kiss sweat-inducing comforters goodbye, and opt for their airy, summer-ready sibling: the quilt.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
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James Parker, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025
Light, airy, and too good to put down, this winner from Angie’s will take care of both your sweet and salty cravings.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 10 June 2025
Opt for this airy, sleeveless mini frock that’s made from soft, breathable fabric.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 7 June 2025
Kiss sweat-inducing comforters goodbye, and opt for their airy, summer-ready sibling: the quilt.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
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Williams notes that its single-button power control is one of her favorite features, along with the fluffy optic cleaner head that cleans and polishes her hard floors.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2025
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Their fluffy bodies can reach up to 18 inches long and their long tails can reach up to 2 feet.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
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All accommodations come with thoughtful touches like elevated mini-bar fare, Bellino fine linens, and plush, jewel-toned furniture.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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The elevated tensions initially pushed oil prices up and stocks lower.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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The small but lively crowd of 14,312 at the Rose Bowl gasped in disbelief as Deossa and his teammates celebrated what instantly became a contender for the goal of the tournament — only to be possibly upstaged by his fellow midfielder Corona nine minutes later.—
Austin Green,
New York Times,
25 June 2025
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For much of the day New Haven Green was filled with a Juneteenth Village and Marketplace, including loud and lively hip-hop acts.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
25 June 2025
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In this edition, the grey tone reflects the muted, misty landscape of the British coast, with subtle variations achieved through multiple layers of transparent lacquer.—
Matthew Catellier,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The result was a robust workforce forecasting model, one that’s sophisticated enough to consider the subtle complexities of human behavior and help identify potential attrition risks.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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The researchers analyzed satellite data on the open ocean collected from 2003 to 2022 by a NASA instrument that combs through the planet every two days to measure light wavelength, according to the paper.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
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And the handset measures 179 x 86 x 31 mm (7 x 3.4 x 1.2 in), and weighs in lighter than the 3 Pro at 530 g (18.7 oz).—
Paul Ridden
June 19,
New Atlas,
19 June 2025
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The collection is chock full of floaty dresses, breezy kaftans, and airy separates, hand-crafted in India within a family-run workshop.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
24 June 2025
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This linen-blend duo includes breezy trousers and a relaxed-fit top—wear them together for an effortlessly cool plane outfit, or mix and match with other vacation staples.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2025
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Key stat Muncy tied his career high with seven RBIs.—
Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
23 June 2025
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Almost 59 million Americans were under an extreme heat warning Saturday, Hurley said, as the high temperatures combined with humidity pushed an above-average heat index for the Northern Plains and the Midwest.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 June 2025
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Astronomers analyzing data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have uncovered a population of tiny, energetic galaxies that may have been key players in clearing the cosmic fog that shrouded the universe after the Big Bang.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
19 June 2025
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They are characterized by energetic mark-making, a profound understanding of color, and complex, absorbing compositions.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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