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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
After a glass of Champagne at the Sugar Pool Bar, a long balmy bath beneath a crisp night sky renewed and refreshed me.
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
In modern English, the word balmy refers to pleasant weather.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Near the equator, the water is a balmy 73.4 degrees to 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the season.
—Ian Urbina, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Best Time To Visit The best time to visit the Columbia River Gorge is late spring through early fall to take full advantage of long, balmy summer days, perfect for being outdoors.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
In modern English, the word balmy refers to pleasant weather.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Near the equator, the water is a balmy 73.4 degrees to 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the season.
—Ian Urbina, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Best Time To Visit The best time to visit the Columbia River Gorge is late spring through early fall to take full advantage of long, balmy summer days, perfect for being outdoors.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for balmy
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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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Through its busy streets, the Ford Ranger PHEV emitted a gentle hum at low speeds and easily handled deep road ruts and drain covers with little fuss.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
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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Rich and influential adults enjoyed Lear’s company, but Lear himself preferred making mischief for children, telling absurd stories and drawing impossible creatures.—
Caroline Carlson
June 30,
Literary Hub,
30 June 2025
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Traditionally, a show truck of this caliber would be fitted with an absurd array of chrome lightbars, air horns and blingy accessories but that would be counterintuitive to the vehicle’s mission.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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The Leo moon enhances an outspoken and sunny disposition until someone challenges your expression.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Historically, sunglasses have had an intricate relationship to colder climates as opposed to the sunnier side of the sidewalk.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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There is something very soothing about sitting down and putting pen to paper, like drinking a hot cup of tea or relaxing in a sauna.—
Nancy Marshall,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Veterinary Vision says that hearing your voice is very soothing for blind dogs, so talking to your pup often can help comfort them.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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One of Netflix’s big movie plays for July is the sequel to its very silly but very fun action fantasy film The Old Guard.—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
1 July 2025
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None of that, however, excuses the silly and juvenile behavior of the Assembly’s majority Democrats last week when the chamber took up a resolution commemorating Pride month.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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Their grass-like hollow leaves have a mild onion flavor and are common in salads and dips.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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After the Animal Kingdom star shaved his head for another role, Williamson had a mild freakout.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
29 June 2025
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That includes things like mapping the profiles of people who could make future leaders, prioritizing growth opportunities for them, and focusing on cultivating softer people skills among this group, along with technical expertise.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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While investors are hoping for a soft landing in the U.S. economy, how severe might the outcome be if another recession occurs?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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“Balmy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balmy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.
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