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as in confuses
to make (something) unclear to the understanding
an article for the layman that blurs the distinction between the two kinds of cholesterol
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as in obscures
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
evening shadows blurred the view of the valley from the overlook
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Recent Examples of blurs
Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
This practice blurs the lines of community policing.
—Natasha Dartigue, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
Her huge canvases, installed almost theatrically on floor-to-ceiling posts, depict crowds dissolving into smoke, shadow, and flesh-toned blurs.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
Open-source blurs the line between engineering and creative work.
—Kshitij Dixit, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
What began as a documentary about the criminal underworld evolved into a fictional – and disturbing – portrait that blurs the line between reality and imagination.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
After all, the brand is synonymous with high-quality pigments and innovative finishes, inclusive color ranges, and the kind of skin-like finish that blurs the line between backstage artistry and everyday luxury.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 10 May 2026
That blurs the line between state strategy and corporate strategy.
—Victor Nian, Fortune, 10 May 2026
The doors are closed on the relationship, the focus blurs.
—Eva Wiseman, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Verb
But let your mind wander, and Carlile and Doran’s digital wrangling blurs into a colorful, reverberant hum.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
This practice blurs the lines of community policing.
—Natasha Dartigue, Baltimore Sun, 16 May 2026
Her huge canvases, installed almost theatrically on floor-to-ceiling posts, depict crowds dissolving into smoke, shadow, and flesh-toned blurs.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
Open-source blurs the line between engineering and creative work.
—Kshitij Dixit, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
What began as a documentary about the criminal underworld evolved into a fictional – and disturbing – portrait that blurs the line between reality and imagination.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
After all, the brand is synonymous with high-quality pigments and innovative finishes, inclusive color ranges, and the kind of skin-like finish that blurs the line between backstage artistry and everyday luxury.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 10 May 2026
That blurs the line between state strategy and corporate strategy.
—Victor Nian, Fortune, 10 May 2026
The doors are closed on the relationship, the focus blurs.
—Eva Wiseman, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blurs
Verb
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Nobody ever confuses two white NASCAR drivers!—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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The odor masks the scent of animals' preferred vegetables and confuses insect pests, including aphids, carrot flies, cabbage worms and loopers, spider mites, thrips, and Japanese beetles.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
3 May 2026
Verb
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The resounding opposition figure, however, obscures the GOP split on the issue.—
Haris Alic,
The Washington Examiner,
15 May 2026
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This narrative, reliably recycled by politicians seeking reelection and economists insulated from everyday pressures, obscures a more complicated reality.—
Gene Ludwig,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
Noun
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There were risks, but he was not considered to have multiple blots on his record.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The songs spread outward from Morris’ small voice like paper towel blots.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Director Antonio Campos shoots this exchange in the shadows, a choice that only obfuscates this pivotal moment further.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
14 Nov. 2025
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Local students tend to know about the province’s nationalistic perspective, due to their high school curriculum, but this deliberately (and understandably) obfuscates the larger Canadian picture to try to foster a firmer attachment to Quebec’s language and culture.—
Dónal Gill,
The Dial,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Pass the flame over the weed until the foliage darkens.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
16 May 2026
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Its charming glow is often visible even before the sky fully darkens, which is so fitting and poetic when considering both the planetary and astrological essence of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
Noun
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For tough stains, sprinkle them with baking soda and spray with vinegar.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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Two hours later, cops went to the family’s house and noticed a broken window and numerous red stains throughout the house.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The provision allows for damages of up to $500 per violation, or $1,500 per violation if a court finds that a company acted willfully or knowingly.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
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Western utilities requested higher rates than other areas primarily because of damages and risk stemming from wildfires, Hua said.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Dementia wasn’t on anyone’s list of immediate concerns, and Rob reasons that stress may be behind these out-of-character glitches.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Some of Weitz’s glitches seem to sprout off the guitar arrangements, adding unnerving shadows.—
Ethan Beck,
Pitchfork,
12 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Blurs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blurs. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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