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as in casual
having a relaxed, casual manner
a breezy tour guide who remains completely unfazed no matter what the mishap
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as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
a breezy day usually finds the waters of the bay studded with sail
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as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air
let's sit on the front porch; it's breezier there
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Recent Examples of breezy
This popular option is a stellar everyday style as a sleeveless T-shirt dress with a lightweight, breezy feel primed for warm weather.
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Bailey — impeccably styled in Massimo Cantini Parrini’s costumes — has a wholesome, easy-breezy charm, and good-enough chemistry with Page.
—Adam Graham, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
That started with Paul Maurice wearing khaki shorts and a breezy, blue shirt, as if to dress himself into a good mood — or at least try after a season when his two-time Stanley Cup champions admirably walked the gangplank.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
The ballet flats of today vary from classic cap-toed to edgy studded to breezy mesh.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Bailey — impeccably styled in Massimo Cantini Parrini’s costumes — has a wholesome, easy-breezy charm, and good-enough chemistry with Page.
—Adam Graham, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
That started with Paul Maurice wearing khaki shorts and a breezy, blue shirt, as if to dress himself into a good mood — or at least try after a season when his two-time Stanley Cup champions admirably walked the gangplank.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026
The ballet flats of today vary from classic cap-toed to edgy studded to breezy mesh.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezy
Adjective
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Jamie’s blends retail with a casual bistro atmosphere.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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For attorneys in an overcrowded marketplace, in a city with casual ethics and a weakness for flamboyance, an outlandish sales pitch can be the best way to break through.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Northern portions of the Sacramento Valley may also see gusty winds.—
Lauren Chapman,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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The main threats with this activity will be gusty winds and small hail, along with flooding threats.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Inclusive of a 283-mile range, and 300 horsepower, the Elite model comes standard with dual AWD motors, 21-inch aluminum alloy wheels, and heated and ventilated seats.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
25 Dec. 2025
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The bowl-back was exquisitely mellow.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Butter yellow is everywhere—from runways to celebrity homes—but there’s something undeniably comforting (and nostalgic) about this mellow hue.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
7 Apr. 2026
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Despite plenty of sunshine on Monday, high temperatures may struggle to reach 60° with a blustery and cool wind much of the day.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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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
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Plus, it’s made from 100 percent cotton, which results in a soft, airy, and comfortable feel.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Russian sage adds both height and texture to gardens without obstructing the view of the plants behind it, thanks to its airy appearance.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fagen’s nonchalant cameo, though, got the Steely Dan community in a tizzy.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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Scott inflicts Ohm’s nonchalant meanness with a piercingly perverse matter-of-factness that places the character as far away as possible from the realm of likeability.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
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Warm, humid and windy conditions continue for North Texas on Friday as air flow from the south pulls in Gulf moisture.—
Nelly Carreño,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Both-side ocean views mesmerize, yet Marquee lacks a full cover for many tables on sweltering, windy, or rainy days.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Breezy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezy. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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