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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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
Paired with terracotta, cream, and gray accents, the deep green grounds the light and airy space.
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
At the heart of the airy cabin will be the all-new Panoramic iDrive infotainment system.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
When painting taupe airy lights onto darker hair, Clarke and Irwin never take the color all the way to the root.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 9 Jan. 2025
What's The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq Like Inside? Because the gear selector has been relocated, there's more place to stash phones and keys and the cabin feels airier and less cluttered overall.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
At the heart of the airy cabin will be the all-new Panoramic iDrive infotainment system.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
When painting taupe airy lights onto darker hair, Clarke and Irwin never take the color all the way to the root.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 9 Jan. 2025
What's The 2025 Skoda Kodiaq Like Inside? Because the gear selector has been relocated, there's more place to stash phones and keys and the cabin feels airier and less cluttered overall.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
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To get the look, Hailey simply dusts the Fenty Beauty Diamond Bomb all over her lids with a fluffy blending brush.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
22 Jan. 2025
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Keys starts by creating a smoky cat-eye with taupe eye shadow and a fluffy brush.—
Loren Savini,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
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Data shows that net inflows from average Joe traders to popular stocks and funds remain elevated compared with pre-pandemic levels.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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To make matters worse, persistently elevated borrowing costs could also pump the brakes on the pace of home construction.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN,
16 Jan. 2025
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From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death.—
Keyaira Kelly,
refinery29.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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Grover Grover is a lively and enthusiastic blue monster who loves exploring and going on new adventures.—
Casey Clark,
Parents,
16 Jan. 2025
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The quiet luxury aesthetic requires a bit more effort than its name suggests: This trend in decor—particularly with paint colors—is all about giving off subtle sophistication.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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For those who don’t mesh with the plum tones of Black Honey can shop Clinique Pink Honey instead, which offers the same sheer wash of color in an even more subtle pink tone.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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The rain is forecast to be widespread but is expected to be light enough to avoid major flooding.—
Daniel Amarante,
ABC News,
26 Jan. 2025
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Alba’s creations are cut from plush materials such as corduroy and flannel, featuring natural shoulders and only the lightest of canvasing in the chest, which results in a less-formal look.—
Aleks Cvetkovic,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2025
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Best Restaurants Orlando's Orlando's is a Loreto institution, its breezy outdoor dining room and bar decked out with colorful papel picado and filled with friendly locals and expats alike.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2025
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The coldest air of the season and breezy conditions will arrive in its wake.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN,
17 Jan. 2025
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Enjoy a pristine beach experience without high rises, hotels, and other development, and with the comfort of restrooms, showers, and picnic pavilions.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
17 Jan. 2025
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His output was also defined by his personal celebrity—a folksy, chain-smoking former Eagle Scout who produced art of high complexity while also rhapsodizing about the simple pleasures of eating a doughnut with a cup of coffee.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
17 Jan. 2025
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For such an energetic and vertical player, runs like that one should net him many more.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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This fresh and energetic horror movie makes a notable new addition to Soderbergh's storied filmography.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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