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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
Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Friday will feature more sunshine, far less humidity and some breezes that could push highs to near 80 degrees.
—Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Some suites have private gardens while others have ocean vistas; whimsical swings sway with the Atlantic breezes on many terraces.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
When the sliding doors are open, cross breezes flow easily from here to the pool area.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
After a hot Friday that will push Sacramento into the low 90s, temperatures are expected to gradually cool through Monday as stronger Delta breezes and onshore winds bring more comfortable conditions to the Valley, foothills and Sierra, according to the National Weather Service in Sacramento.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Florida's coastline is home to more than white sandy beaches and cool breezes.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 May 2026
And while summer temperatures can be sizzling, consistent Atlantic Ocean breezes and reliable afternoon thunderstorms help cool things off.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Joe Otterson, Variety, 11 May 2026
On a winter day, country singer-songwriter Megan Moroney breezes into the Manhattan bistro Frenchette wearing a tiger-print jacket with a matching dress and boots.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Anderson breezes through monumental shifts from there — Perfidia’s deepening romantic relationship with Pat, her subsequent pregnancy and postpartum depression, the beginnings of a psychosexual dynamic with Lockjaw, the downfall of the French 75, and the splintering of the lives associated with it.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
Potholes, sinkholes a recurring issue along promenade Even on overcast autumn days, fishermen, cyclists and pedestrians make use of the waterfront breezes along the Shore Parkway Promenade.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Its powered by an Intel Celeron dual-core chip with 4GB RAM, which breezes through docs, Zoom meets, or YouTube tabs.
—PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
Wind is a recurring variable at Yokohama; breezes off Tokyo Bay can push approach shots.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
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
Noun
The wide fairways saddle back to the middle, the greens roll true with some quirky slopes, the ocean views are spectacular, every blade of grass is well maintained, and the fresh ocean breezes can wreak havoc on some of your shots.
—Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Friday will feature more sunshine, far less humidity and some breezes that could push highs to near 80 degrees.
—Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Some suites have private gardens while others have ocean vistas; whimsical swings sway with the Atlantic breezes on many terraces.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026
When the sliding doors are open, cross breezes flow easily from here to the pool area.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
After a hot Friday that will push Sacramento into the low 90s, temperatures are expected to gradually cool through Monday as stronger Delta breezes and onshore winds bring more comfortable conditions to the Valley, foothills and Sierra, according to the National Weather Service in Sacramento.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Florida's coastline is home to more than white sandy beaches and cool breezes.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 May 2026
And while summer temperatures can be sizzling, consistent Atlantic Ocean breezes and reliable afternoon thunderstorms help cool things off.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Verb
And when country-pop star Skylar Stone breezes into their rugged mountain town, the heat gets turned way up in this romantic family drama.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 11 May 2026
On a winter day, country singer-songwriter Megan Moroney breezes into the Manhattan bistro Frenchette wearing a tiger-print jacket with a matching dress and boots.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Anderson breezes through monumental shifts from there — Perfidia’s deepening romantic relationship with Pat, her subsequent pregnancy and postpartum depression, the beginnings of a psychosexual dynamic with Lockjaw, the downfall of the French 75, and the splintering of the lives associated with it.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
Potholes, sinkholes a recurring issue along promenade Even on overcast autumn days, fishermen, cyclists and pedestrians make use of the waterfront breezes along the Shore Parkway Promenade.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Its powered by an Intel Celeron dual-core chip with 4GB RAM, which breezes through docs, Zoom meets, or YouTube tabs.
—PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
Wind is a recurring variable at Yokohama; breezes off Tokyo Bay can push approach shots.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
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
Noun
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There’s an entire salad bowl of chocolate mousse, perfectly bitter and rich, and a Paris-Brest the circumference of a tricycle wheel, with enormous puffs of hazelnut mousse and a dripping seam of blackberry jam.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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Start with the warm gougères, airy choux puffs with a molten brie center that arrive drizzled with honey and dusted with parmesan.—
Jessi Roti,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
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Open daily except Mondays, the market’s stalls are piled with local produce, cheese and charcuterie, and snacks like olives and tapenade perfect for beach picnics.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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During warmer months, the farm—one of the Midwest's best places to see lavender—hosts special events such as U-pick classes, catered picnics, photography sessions, and plant sales.—
Midwest Living,
Midwest Living,
11 June 2026
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Below that, the main deck is equipped with a spacious salon that flows onto the aft deck, the swim platform, and a garage with space for a 16-foot tender and a Jet Ski.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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Dark flows rising Even without a peace deal, there have been growing signs that significant volumes of oil are flowing through the strait in tankers with their signals switched off — including with assistance from the US military.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Any wind speeds over 58 mph are considered severe, according to NWS meteorologist Kyle Pallozzi.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
13 June 2026
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This is a relatively slow method that just speeds up the typical ripening rate slightly, with about two to four days needed to ripen the avocados fully.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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Step outside for a few minutes of morning sunlight, take a few deep breaths and set a specific intention.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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Deep breaths can help, or mantras that a parent will be there to pick them up.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The pandan cakes were feather-light yet buttery, balanced neatly by sharp passionfruit sorbet.—
Arion McNicoll,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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Boring homemade cakes don't do that.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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As the ship sails the Antarctic Peninsula, passengers go on excursions, such as taking a Zodiac or kayaking, to view wildlife and immerse themselves in nature.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Before the quartet of late November and December holiday sailings begins, the ship sails an almost identical route along the Seine between March and November.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Once again, extraordinary wealth is concentrating into fewer hands while technology races ahead faster than society’s moral conscience.—
Tom Debley,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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While Jackson County races to hear the last of homeowners’ appeals from the troubled 2023 property valuation cycle, some could be eligible for a class action lawsuit.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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“Breezes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezes. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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