an atmospheric condition in which suspended particles in the air rob it of its transparency
the city's smog was once so bad that darkness often prevailed, even at noon
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Recent Examples of smogMonitors in southeastern Wisconsin have found smog levels fluctuating near or above federal limits.—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 30 Mar. 2026 The 2023 ozone projection inventory reflects that cars and trucks account for about 21% of the manmade VOC plus oxides of nitrogen emissions in the air that contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone or 'smog' during the summer months.—Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026 Typically, sales of the gas are restricted during the summer due to the volatility of ethanol and its contribution to smog, but the Farm Bureau maintains that new studies show the blend is non-polluting.—Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026 Watching the Giants wander through smog for nine innings did feel like a good metaphor, though.—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for smog
In the frenetic haze of the intensive care unit -- burned and bruised, his pelvis broken -- Marc Schiller tried to tell his story of abduction and torture to nurses, doctors -- anyone who might listen.
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Troy Roberts,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
Light-bloom torture-test shots of colorful objects against completely black backgrounds also produced significant haze that tapered off gradually across the screen.
The Summer Fridays Jet Lag Essentials Hydration Set includes four travel-size staples—hydration mist, serum, the brand’s iconic Jet Lag Mask, and eye patches—all designed to keep your skin hydrated on the go.
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Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2026
Face mists are formulated to hydrate and balance the skin, often using nourishing ingredients such as niacinamide, aloe vera, and witch hazel.