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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
Think bold polos, swim-ready shorts, and mood-lifting patterns perfect for a breezy East End day.
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Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket — the bluff can be breezy — and plan about an hour to meander the route at a relaxed pace.
—New York Times, 31 July 2025
Cloudy and not as hot with a thunderstorm; humid in the morning, then becoming breezy.
—Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 July 2025
But honestly, there’s a marked difference between a clear, breezy 78-degree day and a scorching 95-degree one here in SoCal.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 July 2025
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Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket — the bluff can be breezy — and plan about an hour to meander the route at a relaxed pace.
—New York Times, 31 July 2025
Cloudy and not as hot with a thunderstorm; humid in the morning, then becoming breezy.
—Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 July 2025
But honestly, there’s a marked difference between a clear, breezy 78-degree day and a scorching 95-degree one here in SoCal.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezy
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With 131 stylish rooms, lush linens, rainfall showers, minibars and free Wi‑Fi, the hotel offers comfort and charm, not to mention a casual, youthful vibe and unstuffy service-with-a-smile.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Families and casual hikers may prefer the gentler Tablelands or Nature Trail.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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Merz’s sharp tone is noticeable — especially in comparison to his predecessor Olaf Scholz, who generally struck a more mellow approach.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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The waves are mellow enough for new surfers, but still fun for seasoned riders.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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The rooms are airy, crisp, and undoubtedly luxurious—plus, each comes with a private plunge pool with ocean views.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
4 Aug. 2025
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This dress won’t take up much room in my luggage, and its light and airy material won’t feel overly hot during outdoor festivities.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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Kivel’s narration remains droll and nonchalant, practically taunting the reader, as Evie’s circumstances become more and more absurd.—
Lora Kelley,
New Yorker,
7 Aug. 2025
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Despite the win leaving his wife in disbelief, the winner was nonchalant.—
Daniella Segura,
Miami Herald,
4 Aug. 2025
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Even on warm days in Åndalsnes, the summit can be windy and noticeably cooler.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Lubbock is flat, brown, windy, dusty, spacious, cheap, friendly, and very quiet.—
Jessica Gross
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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Thirty to 100 percent increases are being asked for apartments built since 1947 and therefore unaffected by rent-control laws.—
Nicholas Pileggi,
Curbed,
15 Aug. 2025
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Some of the areas most closely watched for tariff impact nationwide were largely unaffected.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For years, stablecoins, digital tokens pegged to a fiat currency, operated in a patchwork of state laws, informal guidance, and regulation by enforcement.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Valencia had been killed in 2009, before Ricky Pike and his parents had thrown themselves into organizing aid for other families of homicide victims in an informal network of logistical help, money for flowers or transportation and other support.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
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So her trip to the past should be a very easygoing, chill time.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
8 Aug. 2025
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Schmitt is easygoing inside the Capitol and a swaggering culture warrior outside of it.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Breezy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezy. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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