1
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues
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2
as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air
a pleasant, airy room
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3
as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual
airy mountain villages
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the airy revelry of their latest album is a departure from the slower and more somber music of the band's previous work
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as in subtle
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness
an airy cologne that would be appropriate to wear to the office
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Recent Examples of airy
The galley morphs into a bright and airy sunroom, with both a pellet stove and a woodsy view of the outdoors.
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Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2025
The gel texture is so airy and layers seamlessly underneath my sunscreen and makeup, too.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 25 Apr. 2025
Perched in the dunes with 125 feet of beach along the scenic shore of the Atlantic Ocean, an airy and lavishly appointed ultra-modern villa in Florida‘s Delray Beach has sailed onto the market for $28 million.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
The rinds are thick and the flesh is airy and tasteless.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 30 Apr. 2025
The gel texture is so airy and layers seamlessly underneath my sunscreen and makeup, too.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 25 Apr. 2025
Perched in the dunes with 125 feet of beach along the scenic shore of the Atlantic Ocean, an airy and lavishly appointed ultra-modern villa in Florida‘s Delray Beach has sailed onto the market for $28 million.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
The rinds are thick and the flesh is airy and tasteless.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
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Popular selections include hearty sandwiches on rustic breads and fluffy frittatas, whose filling specifics change daily based on whatever is ripe and ready in the area.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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The company unveiled three fluffy dire wolf pups, named Romulus, Remus and Khalessi.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Keep reading for the 12 items in his cart right now, including comfy joggers, elevated performance tees, and buttery-soft shorts from $41.—
Kayla Kitts,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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The mineral notes in Salt Air complement the white amber in Angel Dust perfectly, creating an airy, elevated version that’s perfect for professional settings.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
2 May 2025
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The user's tale went on to generate a lively conversation in the comments section of the post.—
Kirsty Hatcher,
People.com,
8 May 2025
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Domingo, one of the earliest VIP arrivals at the party, was showing off his style on the lane, ball in hand, as the lively room continued to fill up.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Our physical body is the antenna for all of these sensations; a relaxed, thawed body can pick up more subtle signals.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The Row’s ’90s Bag makes a second cameo for a subtle finishing touch.—
Talia Abbas,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2025
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In addition, Parker praised how protective the jacket is with fabric that wards off wind and light rain.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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The light and airy scent is actually a top fragrance trend our editors are noticing ahead of summer 2025.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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The breezy linen-blend fabric will keep you cool under airplane blankets, while the wide-leg pants and rich rust color give off main-character energy.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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Furthermore, the Matteau x Moda Operandi collection was designed to be easily packable and travel-friendly, as seen through new takes on the brand’s quintessential, breezy silhouettes in summery hues.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
1 May 2025
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Building a community around these creators keeps engagement levels high and content flowing, as their audiences feel personally invested.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Oh Polly, a British clothing retailer, has increased prices in the U.S. by 20% compared to its other markets, and may have to consider further price increases because of the higher tariffs, said managing director Mike Branney.—
Helen Reid,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Mariah, an energetic publicity executive in Oregon also described herself as an introverted extrovert, had a passion for self-exploration and chose work different from everyone else in her family.—
Jessie Rosen,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Rather than get stuck in or fooled by the appearance of things, this principle reminded us to sense their energetic underpinnings, such as clarity and intention.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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