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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
The two new buildings have cozy rooms and verandas that are open and breezy, but coherent with the larger property.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Several bedding staples that AD’s arsenal of sleep testers have reviewed before are included in the clearance—like organic duvet inserts, breezy sheet sets, and even some cozy loungewear.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
Looking ahead to the weekend, conditions are expected to be sunny, breezy and dry.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
However, the first half of the week might feel a little milder than previous weeks, except for the breezy coastal regions in the mid-Atlantic and New England on Monday that feel cooler because of the wind.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 5 Feb. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
Several bedding staples that AD’s arsenal of sleep testers have reviewed before are included in the clearance—like organic duvet inserts, breezy sheet sets, and even some cozy loungewear.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
Looking ahead to the weekend, conditions are expected to be sunny, breezy and dry.
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
However, the first half of the week might feel a little milder than previous weeks, except for the breezy coastal regions in the mid-Atlantic and New England on Monday that feel cooler because of the wind.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezy
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But as serious news outlets have increasingly concentrated on the high end, a downmarket digital ecosystem for financial information has emerged for casual investors and day traders.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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After 40 years beachside (and gaining a casual, semi-riotous rep for all the day-drinking amid the sand and surf), the Independent Spirit Awards has shacked up at the Hollywood Palladium.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Thunderstorms may also bring small hail and gusty winds.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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The combination of strong, gusty winds near the coast will create near blizzard conditions, which will greatly reduce visibility and cause dangerous conditions late Saturday and overnight.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
31 Jan. 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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There was also a 7-inch touchscreen with Porsche’s PCM navigation system sitting above climate controls that included heated and ventilated seats.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The improvised jazz drifting through the air at the Village Vanguard in New York on a summer night in 1961 — soft, caressing, mellow, smoky — is one thing.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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The music was intimidating—funk and bebop, Afro-Caribbean—but Don was patient, somehow both meticulous and mellow.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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That blustery January Saturday was peaceful, but just weeks before came a day imbued with fear.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Expect a blustery, frigid day with wind chills ranging from 0 to 10 degrees.—
Justin Lewis,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Light and airy, with an array of indoor-outdoor spaces to showcase the ocean views, Flomarine was renovated in 2024, with abundant use of natural materials and a chic neutral palette.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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There’s a large circular structure just beyond the front door that gives way to a bright and airy courtyard space with Escher-like stairs criss-crossing the shared pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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Others noticed how well Perry and Harris, who play the nonchalant grandfather and seemingly sheltered grandson, bonded on-screen, noting that their chemistry is evident and makes the movie funnier.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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As part of his new collection for the brand, Arnold unveiled a new shape—a slightly sloping, almost smile-like pleat that’s simultaneously nonchalant and fully sophisticated.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Dry, windy days are the worst for tree pollen.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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For windy days, both Kristie and I use the Janji Balaclava, which does a great job of covering the majority of our faces without suffocating.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Breezy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezy. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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