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as in puffs
a slight or gentle movement of air
a warm spring breeze ruffled our hair
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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
that assignment will be a breeze
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as in flows
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
we breezed through the line for customs at the airport
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as in speeds
to proceed or move quickly
the doctor breezed past the people in the waiting room, apparently on his way to an emergency
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Recent Examples of breezes
Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Waking up to Mediterranean breezes instead of alarm clocks.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Visitors are invited to sit in Cana’s tasting room, a structure with transparent walls that can be rolled up to let in the breezes from the mountains.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The pedestal table is mounted independently from the driver's sidewall, so users can enter and exit from either side of the van, or slide both doors open and enjoy fresh cross breezes.
—New Atlas, 27 Aug. 2025
Later, echo effects ripple through the performers’ voices, a playful nod to scenes in Mozart’s opera where breezes, gods, and lovers’ voices intermingle in the royal gardens.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
In the end, the life that Danny tells — through rhythms, breezes and beats — is the life of thousands of Venezuelans who left.
—Martín Toro, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2025
The villa’s oceanside lanais, some equipped with their own plunge pool, are perfect perches to grill it up, connect with nature, enjoy island breezes, and, of course, and to soak in spectacular Pacific Ocean sunsets.
—Ben Davidson Correspondent, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
Low humidities and gusty afternoon and early evening breezes could result in brief critical conditions in the Shasta Valley through Monday.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Waking up to Mediterranean breezes instead of alarm clocks.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Visitors are invited to sit in Cana’s tasting room, a structure with transparent walls that can be rolled up to let in the breezes from the mountains.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The pedestal table is mounted independently from the driver's sidewall, so users can enter and exit from either side of the van, or slide both doors open and enjoy fresh cross breezes.
—New Atlas, 27 Aug. 2025
Later, echo effects ripple through the performers’ voices, a playful nod to scenes in Mozart’s opera where breezes, gods, and lovers’ voices intermingle in the royal gardens.
—Sheila Regan, Twin Cities, 22 Aug. 2025
In the end, the life that Danny tells — through rhythms, breezes and beats — is the life of thousands of Venezuelans who left.
—Martín Toro, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2025
The villa’s oceanside lanais, some equipped with their own plunge pool, are perfect perches to grill it up, connect with nature, enjoy island breezes, and, of course, and to soak in spectacular Pacific Ocean sunsets.
—Ben Davidson Correspondent, Oc Register, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
There isn’t much summer left, and the days and nights are getting cooler as autumn breezes in.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezes
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Using a mouse model lacking the Cntnap2 gene, scientists recorded heightened activity in the RTN when animals faced stimuli such as light flashes or air puffs.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Sep. 2025
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Ham salad can be served on saltines, between cheese puffs, or on a bed of salad greens.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
28 Aug. 2025
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Couples can bring it on their honeymoon road trip, set it up on the porch, or keep it in the car for impromptu picnics.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Labor Day, the national holiday honoring workers across the United States, is often celebrated with barbecues, picnics and other celebrations — many of which involve fire.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Raft the Animas River Colorado’s world-famous whitewater includes the Animas River, which flows by Durango.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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The water condenses on the glass and flows down a tube to emerge as fresh, drinkable water.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mechanical engineers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have developed a new framework that speeds up the design of shock-absorbing foam materials, used in everything from sports and military helmets to spacecraft landing struts.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
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This is incredibly important to finance and commercial teams, and speeds the time to insights by six times, in my experience.—
Chris "Jay" Hawkinson,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hold for five to 15 breaths, then release.—
Health Editorial Team,
Health,
28 Aug. 2025
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Take slow, visible, audible breaths yourself.—
Kelsey Mora,
CNBC,
24 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Brunch here means shrimp and grits, wings and waffles, and decadent cakes that live up to the bakery’s fun-loving name.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Compared to cakes and cookies, making a pie can give even experienced bakers anxiety.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Disney Cruise Line Disney sails Halloween on the High Seas voyages in September and October, where passengers will find special decor – including a magical Halloween tree – themed desserts and drinks and other festive activities.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Aqua Blu, a former yacht of the Campari family reimagined as a 30-cabin expedition yacht, sails week-long routes from Bali through Komodo and up to Raja Ampat.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The 40-year-old Froome, who races for Israel–Premier Tech, was airlifted to hospital following a crash during training on August 27, undergoing surgery a day later.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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With only two surviving female white rhinoceros, a team of scientists races to create the world’s first surrogate rhino pregnancy, using cutting-edge science and unwavering resolve.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
23 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Breezes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezes. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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