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as in vague
not expressed in precise terms
the specifics of the program proposed by the candidate are rather fuzzy, perhaps intentionally so
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as in faint
not seen or understood clearly
saw a fuzzy outline through the fog
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Recent Examples of fuzzy
Each fuzzy bloom dangles up to 18 inches, with deep raspberry pink to bright red hues.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
So, the picture was fuzzy, to say the least, and left a big hole in our understanding.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 25 Apr. 2026
His posts, featuring his big blue eyes and fuzzy black spots, have garnered millions of views, with articles in major papers around the country and across the pond.
—Itay Hod, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Use a spoon to scrape out any fibrous fuzzy hairs.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
So, the picture was fuzzy, to say the least, and left a big hole in our understanding.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 25 Apr. 2026
His posts, featuring his big blue eyes and fuzzy black spots, have garnered millions of views, with articles in major papers around the country and across the pond.
—Itay Hod, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Use a spoon to scrape out any fibrous fuzzy hairs.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuzzy
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Inside, piles of white fiber extracted from the plants’ leaves awaited combing, destined for everything from handbags to the shaggy chandeliers that have made Damman a rising design star.—
Ingrid Abramovitch,
Architectural Digest,
6 May 2026
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Mix with a fork, adding more ice water by the tablespoonful as needed, just until a shaggy dough comes together.—
Andy Baraghani,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 May 2026
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Perhaps clever legal strategies might find ways to meet the justices’ new standards, or perhaps experts might come up with new metrics to mathematically prove discrimination, even when intent is vague.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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There’s a false perception in pop music that the best way to connect with the masses is to keep things broad — that vague generalizations are easier for people to latch onto.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2026
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That's because the waning gibbous moon will appear in the sky at the same time, most likely outshining many of the fainter shooting stars.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
4 May 2026
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That's because, as Gray explained, the impact will be too faint for observations.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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Key differences include hollow versus solid stems, branched versus single stems and hairy versus smooth leaves.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
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Plants with hairy leaves can also be more vulnerable to damage from neem oil.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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The cause of the explosion was unclear but the incident underscores safety concerns for vessels thinking about making the voyage.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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What action triggered the algorithm to move Turmus from surveillance to the kill list is unclear.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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The company’s theatrical ambitions are hazier despite its massive 2025 box office hit F1.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
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The smoke from the fire will likely reduce visibility, lead to hazy skies at times and lower air quality.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The suspension control software from their high-performance cars has enabled Ferrari to develop an algorithm to keep the boat stable, Ribigini adds, which will be vital at all times, but particularly in rough seas and strong winds.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Krejczyk and Gagen, meanwhile, are enjoying a season that started rough but has gotten better.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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And that ambiguous statement raised alarms not just with workers but also with human rights groups such as Amnesty International, which issued a World Cup travel advisory for visitors planning on attending the tournament.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The official public warnings for the next Soyuz rocket launch from Plesetsk were even more ambiguous, covering various periods between April 1 and 15.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Fuzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuzzy. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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