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Recent Examples of summery
Pasta with this fresh sauce in the middle of winter is like a warm, summery hug.
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Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Use the shower gel to gently clean your limbs after a long journey, and then smooth on the body cream with its summery scent.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Zara Larsson brought summery vibes to the MTV VMAs in a sheer minidress decked out with beaded embellishments and 3D florals.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
After the bright, light, summery holiday special that was Glass Onion, the Knives Out franchise returns to its gothic roots with a wintry whodunit that, for some at least, might endure as the the best one yet.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
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Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Use the shower gel to gently clean your limbs after a long journey, and then smooth on the body cream with its summery scent.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Zara Larsson brought summery vibes to the MTV VMAs in a sheer minidress decked out with beaded embellishments and 3D florals.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
After the bright, light, summery holiday special that was Glass Onion, the Knives Out franchise returns to its gothic roots with a wintry whodunit that, for some at least, might endure as the the best one yet.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for summery
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So, what started as a steamy romance trilogy shifts into thriller territory, complete with high-speed car chases, kidnapping, and ridiculous life-or-death stakes.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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The remnants of a tropical storm that brought steamy rain and a volatile atmosphere to the Bay Area last week have faded, according to the National Weather Service.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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On a sweltering morning in Vidalia, Louisiana, Shannan Cornwell and Freddie Green got in a long line to wait for food.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
3 Oct. 2025
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Eleven Days recounts the true story of prisoner Federico Carrasco (Luna) taking control of the Huntsville Penitentiary during the sweltering Texas summer of 1974.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
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When the Eagles were in that cramped, humid locker room during Week 4 a year ago, soul-searching was required.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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And yes, there are ceiling fans to keep the air moving on the hot, humid days of summer.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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What they’re left with Laureano, who suffered a fracture in the index finger of his right hand on a swing in yesterday’s second inning, had cooled considerably after the torrid start to his time with the Padres.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Sep. 2025
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Rico Lewis had endured a torrid time at right-back in City’s 2-0 loss against Tottenham Hotspur, and the following weekend, Matheus Nunes gave away the penalty that saw Brighton & Hove Albion come from behind to inflict a second consecutive defeat on Pep Guardiola’s side.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Also common: sitting in a muggy bathroom while the shower is running, or wrapping a super-hot, wet towel on their head.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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While summers are notoriously muggy and spring is crowded with cherry blossom–seeking tourists, the fall has always been my favorite time of year to get outside in the District, especially as the leaves start to turn fiery gold.—
Kathleen Rellihan,
Outside,
26 Aug. 2025
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What could pair better with a dinner party than a crowd-pleasing red wine that’s a little sultry, thanks to a blend of earthy, spicy, and dark berry flavors.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
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The lariat is the sultry provocateur of the jewelry world, known for its ultra feminine design that elongates the neck and draws attention to the décolletage.—
Samantha Solomon,
Vogue,
18 Sep. 2025
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The area of disturbed weather likely to become Jerry is moving quickly west-northwestward across the central tropical Atlantic.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Over 10,000 native plants weave their way around the building’s exterior and interior—a nod to Brazil’s tropical ethos.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Florida and parts of the Southeast and Gulf Coast will see a mostly soggy, damp weekend.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Use a damp cloth to wipe everything down, starting from the tops of door frames and working your way down from there.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Summery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/summery. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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