as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
felt a puff of wind on his face
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as in to stroke
to praise too much
a talk show host who can be counted on to puff up the celebrities who readily consent to be interviewed
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Recent Examples of puff
Laura Dannen Redman, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
Why would someone pay five figures for a cheese puff?
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Angel Saunders, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The pivotal early locomotive—a travelling steam engine rather than one fixed to the ground—puffed through the Stockton and Darlington Railway’s Georgian landscape.
—Carlton Reid, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Enjoy a salt-scrub-and-hot-stone massage at the Spa Pendry, followed by a cocktail at the moody Bar Pendry or a Japanese whiskey and snacks (nigiri, yaki puffs) at the rooftop Moonraker.
—Laura Dannen Redman, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
Why would someone pay five figures for a cheese puff?
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Verb
On top of her shoulders, the garment was puffed, adding height and dimension to her look.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
The pivotal early locomotive—a travelling steam engine rather than one fixed to the ground—puffed through the Stockton and Darlington Railway’s Georgian landscape.
—Carlton Reid, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for puff
Noun
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Without a wire to handle or restrict you to the nearest power outlet, the cordless vacuum is a breeze to maneuver.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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The steel racks are removable and dishwasher-safe, so clean-up is a breeze.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
13 May 2025
Verb
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Trapped in a living prison and gasping for air, Kate must confront both real-life monsters of the deep and her inner demons as a desperate fight for survival and salvation unfolds.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
7 May 2025
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Now the Nuggets have no choice but to keep gasping for air and rolling with Oklahoma City’s punches.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
5 May 2025
Verb
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But at the moment that Prima completed the unravelling of the braid and stroked her fingers through to the ends of her hair, Heiss stopped speaking.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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The singer announced the news on his Instagram with a video of himself and his newborn daughter, holding his baby girl's hand and sweetly stroking her fingers.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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There's no good message for America that comes out of these guys ever taking a free breath again.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
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Just pick one small action today—one micro-act of joy, one text to a friend, one deep breath.—
Dr. Rina Koshkina,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Kristen Kish Suit Envy Watch: Is her pinstriped cream waistcoat and pants the most striking thing she’s ever worn?—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2025
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These are stretchy, waterproof pants any woman will love.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Those harmonies — simultaneously honeyed and gravelly, providing just enough support without overshadowing, yet so powerful and full of potential — echoes Whitten.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
2 July 2024
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Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.—
Selene Yeager,
Health,
24 Feb. 2024
Verb
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Gently stretch or massage your muscles. Stretch before working out or going to bed.—
Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH,
Verywell Health,
24 Apr. 2025
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How To Use Rosemary Oil Apply rosemary oil by massaging it into your scalp with a carrier oil or hair product.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also congratulated Albanese and said the two countries' defence collaboration, including AUKUS, and support for Ukraine, would grow.—
Kirsty Needham,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Several fan accounts dedicated to the Grammy nominee shared a video of a Times Square billboard congratulating the singer on her Lifetimes tour, which launched on April 23 in Mexico City.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Puff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puff. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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