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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
The humble insects, which have jagged wings and fuzzy, thick legs, migrate every year from the Sierra Nevada to warmer coastal areas in winter, laying eggs which grow into caterpillars and eventually new butterflies.
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Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
This all comes after reports that the family dynamics aren’t exactly warm and fuzzy.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 26 May 2026
Abiding by the pajama dress code, the mom-to-be was sporting red loungewear and a matching fuzzy devil horns tiara for the meal.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
It’s made from modal French terry that feels fuzzy to the touch on the inside, and its drapey fit allows for plenty of airflow.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
This all comes after reports that the family dynamics aren’t exactly warm and fuzzy.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 26 May 2026
Abiding by the pajama dress code, the mom-to-be was sporting red loungewear and a matching fuzzy devil horns tiara for the meal.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
It’s made from modal French terry that feels fuzzy to the touch on the inside, and its drapey fit allows for plenty of airflow.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuzzy
Adjective
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However, despite Fariala’s tight control of the tone and the musical elements, the script remains shaggy and unfocused at times.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
22 May 2026
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Continue tossing with the fork until the dough is just evenly damp and shaggy, being careful not to overwork the dough too much.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 May 2026
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Government warnings are often vague or late.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Lisabeth Pérez Castle, the city’s independent monitor, said in a statement that the vague new approach to discipline does not clearly explain how safety officials will comply with city laws regarding the monitor’s oversight.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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To catch the faint signals of early-stage tumors, doctors required huge apparatus packed with complex optical paths, expensive spectrometers, and sensitive prisms.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
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The finish is medium to long, led by charred oak, baking spice, and vanilla, with lingering notes of orange zest, brown sugar, and a faint herbal touch of tobacco.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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And the score by Michael Abels (who collaborated with Jordan Peele on Get Out and Nope) is an all-timer, unsettling and steeped in dread to start and then frenetically nerve-shredding as things get hairier.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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Where are hairy ghost pipefish found?—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Further, what remains unclear is FIFA’s plan on how to spend the extra billions of revenue, with its stated goal to support positive social change belied by a track record of corruption and lack of transparency.—
Richard Sheehan,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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The explosion has reportedly intensified scrutiny from Chinese officials, who said investigators found multiple violations at the site, though details remain unclear.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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But whereas that world could be characterized, at times, by macho one-upmanship that felt almost bloodthirsty, Esperantists like Jurobola were committed to a hazy vision of peace.—
Katie Thornton,
Harpers Magazine,
26 May 2026
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The company’s flagship hazy IPA, Chug, recently won gold at the 2026 World Beer Cup, often described as the ‘Olympics of Beer,’ strengthening Mash Gang’s reputation for taste and quality at a time when many consumers still associate non-alcoholic beer with inferior flavor.—
Daphne Ewing-Chow,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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There is a high risk of dangerous rip currents and rough surf at all Central Florida beaches.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2026
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This rich neck cream is great for crepiness, fine lines, and rough skin texture.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Glamour,
27 May 2026
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The entity known as Mother is left ambiguous, as is the tree inside the Cave of Wonders, but there are hints to their true nature.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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If a serious spending-reduction effort were somehow mounted anyway, the result would likely be positive for bonds — but ambiguous for equities, since the economic drag could easily outweigh the benefit of lower interest rates.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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“Fuzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuzzy. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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