hot air

noun

: empty talk

Examples of hot air in a Sentence

She's full of hot air. his taking credit for the rescue was mostly hot air, since the boat was actually saved by the Coast Guard
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According to the report, the primary demographic for hot air balloon experiences consists of adventure seekers and travelers looking for unique experiences. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025 Air fryers cook food by circulating hot air around the food on all sides. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2025 For older kids there are bush walks (minimum age is 16) and stargazing, while families have the option of adding on a hot air balloon safari, too. Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 11 Feb. 2025 Arizona Balloon Classic Take a ride in a hot air balloon and enjoy food, entertainment and shopping. Jan. 24-26, 7am-9pm, at Goodyear Ballpark; general admission $30, balloon rides $325. Jeremy Duda, Axios, 8 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hot air

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hot air was in 1873

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“Hot air.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20air. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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hot air

noun
: empty talk

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