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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Recent Examples of blustery
Cleanup crews were seen clearing debris in blustery conditions on Saipan in a social media video posted by the mayor's office.
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CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Set along the cold, deep waters of Islay’s village of Port Ellen, the hotel is well placed for long blustery walks along the Three Distilleries Pathway, which takes you to the island’s heavy hitters of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and, of course, Ardbeg.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Sinner rallied from 3-1 down in the second set amid blustery conditions at the Monte Carlo Country Club and served out the match, clinching it on his first match point when Alcaraz returned a forehand long.
—ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Thanks to a slow-moving weather system stalled over the Florida peninsula, the Orlando area will see an unusually high amount of rain for April through Thursday — with blustery conditions to boot.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
The blustery winds both gave and took away.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Dry conditions and blustery winds have kept area fire departments busy battling grass and field fires in the region this week.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The front brought blustery north winds and an almost 60-degree drop in temperatures from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Expect blustery winds, lightning and heavy rain through the morning.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Set along the cold, deep waters of Islay’s village of Port Ellen, the hotel is well placed for long blustery walks along the Three Distilleries Pathway, which takes you to the island’s heavy hitters of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and, of course, Ardbeg.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Sinner rallied from 3-1 down in the second set amid blustery conditions at the Monte Carlo Country Club and served out the match, clinching it on his first match point when Alcaraz returned a forehand long.
—ABC News, 12 Apr. 2026
Thanks to a slow-moving weather system stalled over the Florida peninsula, the Orlando area will see an unusually high amount of rain for April through Thursday — with blustery conditions to boot.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
The blustery winds both gave and took away.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
Dry conditions and blustery winds have kept area fire departments busy battling grass and field fires in the region this week.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The front brought blustery north winds and an almost 60-degree drop in temperatures from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Expect blustery winds, lightning and heavy rain through the morning.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blustery
Adjective
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The low humidity combined with gusty winds and very dry vegetation will result in an elevated threat for the rapid spread of wildfires across the area.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
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As the front pushes through, expect periods of rain and a few thunderstorms, along with gusty winds and frequent lightning.—
Nelly Carreño,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Apply on non-windy days, follow all label instructions, and protect surrounding plants with barriers to prevent accidental damage.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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Experts say any source of heat outdoors during dry and windy conditions can lead to catastrophe.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Samefar Short-Sleeve Blouse If your spring plans include early morning tee times or breezy afternoons that still carry a chill, this V-neck blouse deserves a spot in your closet.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Many seniors sat outside on picnic tables in the sunshine to eat their lunch on a breezy 70-degree Tuesday, April 21.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Blustery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blustery. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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