as in breezes
a slight or gentle movement of air
felt a puff of wind on his face
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as in strokes
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 puffs
Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
The video shows slight puffs of smoke from the Sea Star’s smokestack, and then darker smoke rising from it after the strike.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
The peanutty puffs are delightfully salty-sweet from dates, maple syrup, and sea salt and boast 10 grams of protein (a blend of pea protein and upcycled oat protein) in each one-cup serving.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Its name is inspired by its flower clusters that turn pink and cover the tree with hazy, smoke-like puffs in summer.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
The first course consists of a burrata and prosciutto salad, spicy rigatoni, lamb lollipops or smoked salmon cheese puffs.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
At the top of this list is fernleaf acacia (Acacia baileyana), a wonderful small tree with bipinnate blue-grey leaves and fragrant yellow spherical flower puffs.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Prairie Smoke The small flowers of prairie smoke (Geum triflorum) are pretty, but the real show starts after the spring bloom when the flowers turn into feather-like seed heads resembling puffs of smoke.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
These puffs are flavored with Gruyere, dry mustard, and cayenne.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2026
But The Bagel Nut Duo, chocolate croissants, yellow sheet cake, and a bag of Cacio e Pepe puffs to eat your feelings about yet another recall.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The crust puffs up nicely and isn’t as thin and cardboard-y as others, while the white cheese blend and wisp of rosemary remind me of a New York white pie slice.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
Mia puffs up her body to look intimidating, as the googly-eyed statue stares back at her.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Noun
Today Hendricks stands as the fourth caretaker of the establishment known for its chili cheese hot dogs, burgers, pizza puffs, sandwiches and sausages.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
The video shows slight puffs of smoke from the Sea Star’s smokestack, and then darker smoke rising from it after the strike.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
The peanutty puffs are delightfully salty-sweet from dates, maple syrup, and sea salt and boast 10 grams of protein (a blend of pea protein and upcycled oat protein) in each one-cup serving.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Its name is inspired by its flower clusters that turn pink and cover the tree with hazy, smoke-like puffs in summer.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
The first course consists of a burrata and prosciutto salad, spicy rigatoni, lamb lollipops or smoked salmon cheese puffs.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
At the top of this list is fernleaf acacia (Acacia baileyana), a wonderful small tree with bipinnate blue-grey leaves and fragrant yellow spherical flower puffs.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026
Prairie Smoke The small flowers of prairie smoke (Geum triflorum) are pretty, but the real show starts after the spring bloom when the flowers turn into feather-like seed heads resembling puffs of smoke.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 13 Apr. 2026
These puffs are flavored with Gruyere, dry mustard, and cayenne.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
With its telltale cone shape, the northernmost of Sicily's Aeolian Islands is home to a volcano that puffs on a near-constant basis.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2026
But The Bagel Nut Duo, chocolate croissants, yellow sheet cake, and a bag of Cacio e Pepe puffs to eat your feelings about yet another recall.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
The crust puffs up nicely and isn’t as thin and cardboard-y as others, while the white cheese blend and wisp of rosemary remind me of a New York white pie slice.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Feb. 2026
Mia puffs up her body to look intimidating, as the googly-eyed statue stares back at her.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puffs
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And while summer temperatures can be sizzling, consistent Atlantic Ocean breezes and reliable afternoon thunderstorms help cool things off.—
Terry Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
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Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
7 May 2026
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As soft as pajamas yet lovely enough to wear out on the town (or around the ship), the micro modal fabric of these Saint Haven pants drapes elegantly, resists wrinkles, and has a relaxed fit that works equally well at a harbor-side bar or a breezy dinner ashore.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2026
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Some see this version of him as containment, a player without his old spring and who pants a little more during recovery runs.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When Robbie first strokes the plush walls, her Cathy stares with the appropriate mix of awe and terror.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 Feb. 2026
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For an artisanal twist, look no further than Ezcaray Matisse throw that looks as if Georgia O’Keeffe applied the paint brush strokes herself.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2026
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Focus on slow, steady breaths to help your body adapt to the cold.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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Slow, deep breaths that lengthen the exhale send a signal of safety to the nervous system.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
Verb
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Agnes gasps for breath as her imagination plays out terrible scenarios that she’s never been given words for.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
15 Apr. 2026
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Deadline journalists sat towards the back of the room said the N-word and other slurs were audible, as were gasps when Davidson made his involuntary tics.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The center also has hydrotherapy chairs where athletes can lie as a jet of water, similar but much stronger than the jets in a jacuzzi, massages them.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Nov. 2025
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In a viral video shared on Instagram last Sunday under the username @whiskeytoller, the gray kitty can be seen hanging around his brother, Oakley, as his mom massages the injured area, doing his best to show his love and support.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Gwen Stefani praises 'crazy exchange of love' Stefani, 56, was an age-defying whirlwind.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Bethea openly praises Kerr's politics and makes no effort to push back.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And our lactation consultant judge applauds these bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable storage bags.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
7 Apr. 2026
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In the clip, the crowd applauds Phan's quick thinking for saving the shark's life.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Puffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puffs. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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