blustery

as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual it can be a bit risky to drive across the bridge on a blustery day

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Adjective
  • The same can be said for the surrounding foothill communities, such as La Cañada Flintridge or Sierra Madre, where a dry, windy day could put them at the same risk for disaster.
    Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2025
  • Fields’ passing was subpar during the windy, rainy weather two weeks ago.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • Button it up and wear it as a top with wide-leg pants and toss it over a strappy maxi dress on breezy evenings.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
  • When temperatures rise, opt for this breezy mini shirtdress.
    Isabel Garcia, People.com, 31 May 2025
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“Blustery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blustery. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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