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as in psychotic
having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind
a completely balmy but harmless old man who talked intently to plants and believed they answered back
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as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low
a balmy spring day
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
a pleasant, balmy breeze was all that stirred the wildflowers growing near the shore
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as in absurd
showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment
the balmy notion that the IRS wouldn't collect taxes on his lottery winnings
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Recent Examples of balmy
Spring has officially sprung — and the weekend will be seasonally breezy and balmy before a few Sunday night sprinkles.
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Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2025
By Sam Stone May 16, 2025 On a balmy Wednesday evening in early May, Bon Appétit hosted a stunning four-course dinner in the New York Public Library.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 May 2025
In the seconds after Wayne Rooney swept Manchester United into a Champions League lead over Debrecen on a balmy August evening in 2005, a question asked in the directors’ box caused unique confusion.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 11 May 2025
Plus, the breathable material is designed to keep your body’s temperature regulated all night long, even amidst warm, balmy weather.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 May 2025
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Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2025
By Sam Stone May 16, 2025 On a balmy Wednesday evening in early May, Bon Appétit hosted a stunning four-course dinner in the New York Public Library.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 May 2025
In the seconds after Wayne Rooney swept Manchester United into a Champions League lead over Debrecen on a balmy August evening in 2005, a question asked in the directors’ box caused unique confusion.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 11 May 2025
Plus, the breathable material is designed to keep your body’s temperature regulated all night long, even amidst warm, balmy weather.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balmy
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The counselor also told police Trotman had had a previous psychotic break in which he was found wandering the woods.—
Peter Hermann,
Washington Post,
7 Feb. 2023
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Lewis prescribed Price anti-psychotic medication after a mental health referral Sept. 1.—
Thomas Saccente,
Arkansas Online,
17 Jan. 2023
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Today, these ants primarily live in undisturbed and temperate eastern North American forests.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
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Best Time to Visit Locals know the fall and winter tend to be the best times to visit St. George Island for temperate weather, smaller crowds, and lower humidity.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
6 May 2025
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The best long-lasting eyeliner for mature skin, then, should have a gentle glide, grip, and staying power without calling attention to fine lines or crepey lids.—
Angela Trakoshis,
Allure,
23 June 2025
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Don't boil for too long: Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer, and cook the ribs just until tenderized.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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The College World Series semifinals concluded Wednesday, allowing Houston Astros manager Joe Espada another chance to marvel at an absurd ascension.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The nutrient can indeed help with all of those, but sometimes, the claims turn absurd.—
Lila Shroff,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2025
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Amanda learned in like 10 seconds, which is insane.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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If 51% of the population is being so underserved, the ratio to opportunity is insane.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The best time to spray poison ivy is on a sunny, calm day when temperatures are between 60°F and 85°F and no rain is in the forecast.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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Phillippe said she was inspired by California rock stars of the ’70s and sunny beach days.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 June 2025
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She was dressed in a conservative suit and low heels and in her soothing but authoritative voice reminded me of a flight attendant delivering in-flight instructions.—
Lisa Pratta
June 12,
Literary Hub,
12 June 2025
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There’s nothing more soothing… or surprisingly loud.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Jeff: This has been such a silly way to seed the in-season tournament.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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The director relishes delivering more of the brutal horror sequences that were the first film’s hallmark, but unlike 28 Days Later’s tight, suffocating narrative, here the story is more sprawling — and a whole lot sillier.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
20 June 2025
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“Balmy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balmy. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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