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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
These are my current favorite products that celebrate the glory days and balmy nights.
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Jeanne Malle, Air Mail, 7 Aug. 2025
This balmy part of the country is anything but sleepy.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2025
The balmy, breezy temps stay consistent and (mostly) sunny all month, usually in the mid-70s.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 1 Aug. 2025
Summer brings steamy days, balmy nights and, with so many exciting hotel openings, the call for a vacation.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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Jeanne Malle, Air Mail, 7 Aug. 2025
This balmy part of the country is anything but sleepy.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2025
The balmy, breezy temps stay consistent and (mostly) sunny all month, usually in the mid-70s.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 1 Aug. 2025
Summer brings steamy days, balmy nights and, with so many exciting hotel openings, the call for a vacation.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balmy
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Those individuals experienced up to an 8 percent additional drop in kidney function each year compared with those living in temperate climates.—
Nora Bradford,
Scientific American,
29 July 2025
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The list includes places like Malta, a five-island nation with terrific beaches, a temperate climate and low crime, and Belize, the only Central American country with English as its official language.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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How to Trim Zucchini Plants Prune with a gentle hand, taking this approach from Sears.—
Amy Brightfield,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Aug. 2025
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Tension headaches often improve with rest, hydration, gentle stretching or over-the-counter pain killers.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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My point wasn’t that men have had a harder time than women — that would be absurd.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
19 Aug. 2025
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Given the already substantial spend on incoming transfers, suggesting the club needs more, possibly sending its spending past the $500 million mark, seems absurd, almost greedy.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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In California, San Francisco will only warm up to the mid-70s, and Los Angelenos can expect a sunny, warm weekend with highs around 90 degrees.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Situated between two isolated beaches along Maui’s southern sunny coastline, this modern playground is just steps from sprawling golfing greens and superb shopping.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The suite’s interiors reflect the nature on the doorstep, with a soothing color palette of earthy browns, soft taupes and warm greens.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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And to keep the delicate eye area calm, La Roche-Posay’s signature thermal spring water provides a soothing, antioxidant boost, helping ease irritation while addressing the water retention that often contributes to puffiness.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Aug. 2025
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Alcaraz and Sinner are early enough in their careers that debates around their legacies feel silly.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
20 Aug. 2025
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Evans described Steve as goofy, silly, and full of charm, with a love for food and people alike.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Aug. 2025
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Labor Day weekend forecast Heading into the long holiday weekend, the mild temperatures are expected to continue.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Aug. 2025
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Most reported side effects of the COVID vaccines are mild and transient, such as fever, chills, headache, muscle pain and nausea.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
27 Aug. 2025
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Its breathable, soft nature allows Savin to sink in without feeling stuck.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
25 Aug. 2025
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In the seventh, rookie catcher Agustín Ramírez added insurance with a soft RBI single to center, scoring Marsee and pushing the lead to 5-3.—
Isaac Azout,
Miami Herald,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Balmy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balmy. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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