as in humidity
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Recent Examples of mugginess
Temperatures are expected to return to normal levels, with the hottest places expected to peak in the mid-80s with some mugginess attached.
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Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Tropical soup What’s happening both in and over nearby oceans is to blame for this summer’s excessive mugginess.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
In much of the East, the mugginess kept rising to near tropical levels for a few humid hours.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2025
Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Tropical soup What’s happening both in and over nearby oceans is to blame for this summer’s excessive mugginess.
—Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2025
In much of the East, the mugginess kept rising to near tropical levels for a few humid hours.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mugginess
Noun
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Temperature, humidity and airflow are carefully controlled.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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Fan flowers tolerate heat, intense sun, humidity, and drought without batting an eye.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
Noun
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This coastal beach town’s sophistication never tipped into stuffiness, and the relaxation never felt like settling.—
Lisa A. Beach,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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More bestselling portable air conditioners on Amazon Our Best of the Best pick excels at quietly cooling up to 450 square feet and offers a dehumidifier function to cut stuffiness.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Musty smells occur due to dampness, stale air, or residue left on fabrics.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
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That extra dampness makes a difference — waiting until skin is completely dry means missing out on that moisture-sealing benefit.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Creamy, hydrating cleansers maintain the moisture barrier while still removing dirt and makeup effectively.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
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This ultra-cropped pair from Beyond Yoga is incredibly soft since they’re made from a stretchy and moisture-wicking fabric that even provides UV protection against the harsh sun.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Clean your countertops with a damp, microfiber cloth and an applicable cleaner.—
Lauren Wellbank,
Martha Stewart,
24 Apr. 2026
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Bacteria from your mouth can also multiply to dangerous levels inside of them and their damp, dark interiors can harbor mold growth.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Mugginess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mugginess. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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