as in breezes
a slight or gentle movement of air
wafts carrying the scent of spring flowers
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as in hovers
to rest or move along the surface of a liquid or in the air
a feather wafted past us and settled on the grass
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Recent Examples of wafts
Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Every so often, the distinct scent of cigar smoke wafts through the Palace’s lobby, even though the theater hasn’t allowed smoking inside for decades.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The scent of fragrant broth wafts from the kitchen into the bright dining room.
—Bao Ong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The essence of French cooking wafts through the air as one passes the doors of other iconic eateries like Le Bilboquet, La Goulue, Le Veau d’Or, and Match 65 Brasserie, all located in the East 60s.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Yes, everyone’s favorite subject on this very hot New York City day the trash smell wafts up to us.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
October’s crisp weather invites a pot of simmering chili to cook slowly on the stove, filling the kitchen with warmth and wafts of smoke and spice.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 24 Oct. 2025
Every so often, the distinct scent of cigar smoke wafts through the Palace’s lobby, even though the theater hasn’t allowed smoking inside for decades.
—Maggie Menderski, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Oct. 2025
The scent of fragrant broth wafts from the kitchen into the bright dining room.
—Bao Ong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
The essence of French cooking wafts through the air as one passes the doors of other iconic eateries like Le Bilboquet, La Goulue, Le Veau d’Or, and Match 65 Brasserie, all located in the East 60s.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
The sugary aroma wafts down Main Street, where artisans continue the century-old tradition of pouring, paddling, and slicing molten fudge into glossy, irresistible bricks.
—Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Yes, everyone’s favorite subject on this very hot New York City day the trash smell wafts up to us.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wafts
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But Buellton benefits from ocean breezes through the Transverse Ranges, giving the town a near-Mediterranean climate.—
Maggie Downs,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Oct. 2025
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Think endless beaches, warm breezes, swaying palm trees, and sunny skies.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Out back, there’s a covered engawa, a traditional Japanese porch that hovers slightly off the ground.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
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Europe’s central bank is expected to hold rates steady in October as inflation hovers around its 2% target.—
Tasmin Lockwood,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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Its breakfast buffet featured several unique pastry options, such as caprese croissants and flaky pistachio puffs.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Backstage, puffs of VIP Strong Hold Texturizing Hair Spray filled the air while creaseless clips set curls and baby hairs into place.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The soft, breathable cotton blend fabric floats away from the body and can be worn both over a shirt and under a jacket.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Whereas therapy looks backward to heal, and self-help often floats in abstraction, Space of mind looks forward, quantifying how identity, beliefs, and emotions evolve over time.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Royal Caribbean sails itineraries to 270-plus destinations in 60-plus countries on six continents.—
Jessica Peralta,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Researchers know about the wrecks because reporting any commercial ship that sails on the lakes is required; from the early 19th century to the 20th century, about 40,000 ships sailed the Great Lakes, Baillod said.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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This could then support the idea of a relic magnetic field existing in the intergalactic medium, the matter that drifts between galaxies.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Music drifts through the salt air as roadside vendors fry fish on bare concrete slabs, their foodstands long washed away.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Wafts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wafts. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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