blustery

as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual it can be a bit risky to drive across the bridge on a blustery day

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Adjective
  • Several factors impacted the Red Bull car since the track was windy and faced high temperatures.
    Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
  • However, Knox and his collaborators have become the foremost research group in the world documenting windy conditions and large inflatable structures.
    Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • This breezy option from Faleave is a great pick for sightseeing and beach days, thanks to its drawstring closure, breathable cotton and linen blend, and functional side pockets.
    Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
  • The two world leaders have to work together to save the day in this breezy action comedy, and Cena and Elba are aces working their macho chemistry as rival frenemies.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 July 2025
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“Blustery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blustery. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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