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as in puffs
a slight or gentle movement of air
a warm spring breeze ruffled our hair
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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
that assignment will be a breeze
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as in flows
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
we breezed through the line for customs at the airport
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as in speeds
to proceed or move quickly
the doctor breezed past the people in the waiting room, apparently on his way to an emergency
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Recent Examples of breezes
Ben Davidson Correspondent, Oc Register, 24 Sep. 2025
Olivier Rousteing‘s office high atop Balmain headquarters is rich in windows — offering lovely breezes and panoramic views of Paris rooftops — but rather poor on wall space for hanging pictures.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
There are more than three miles of beach at the ready for running, sandcastle building, and enjoying fall breezes, plus the mile-long Marginal Way cliff walk for taking in scenic Atlantic Ocean views.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
Locals come here to jog or bike, and visitors will find it an easy way to orient themselves to the city while taking in breezes off the Hillsborough River.
—Jesse Scott, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Low humidities and gusty afternoon and early evening breezes could result in brief critical conditions in the Shasta Valley through Monday.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Waking up to Mediterranean breezes instead of alarm clocks.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Visitors are invited to sit in Cana’s tasting room, a structure with transparent walls that can be rolled up to let in the breezes from the mountains.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
Located between the Cascade Mountains and the Coast Range, the valley benefits from cool marine breezes that extend the growing season.
—Ben Davidson Correspondent, Oc Register, 24 Sep. 2025
Olivier Rousteing‘s office high atop Balmain headquarters is rich in windows — offering lovely breezes and panoramic views of Paris rooftops — but rather poor on wall space for hanging pictures.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
There are more than three miles of beach at the ready for running, sandcastle building, and enjoying fall breezes, plus the mile-long Marginal Way cliff walk for taking in scenic Atlantic Ocean views.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
Locals come here to jog or bike, and visitors will find it an easy way to orient themselves to the city while taking in breezes off the Hillsborough River.
—Jesse Scott, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Low humidities and gusty afternoon and early evening breezes could result in brief critical conditions in the Shasta Valley through Monday.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Waking up to Mediterranean breezes instead of alarm clocks.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
Visitors are invited to sit in Cana’s tasting room, a structure with transparent walls that can be rolled up to let in the breezes from the mountains.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Pleasant breezes and temperatures in the mid-60s greeted folks who streamed into the festival Friday afternoon to start a long holiday weekend that promised nice weather throughout.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
There isn’t much summer left, and the days and nights are getting cooler as autumn breezes in.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezes
Noun
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The sun blasts us from the left and warm air puffs weakly from the vents.—
R29 Team,
Refinery29,
19 Sep. 2025
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What started as a few puffs from the inhalers per day has now grown to 10 puffs as Mahiri became more comfortable, the care team said.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Quinta Dos Capinhas offers tastings and wine safaris, while the family-run Quinta Do Canhoto offers picnics, tastings, and even painting classes.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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There are also monthly lunch and dinners at restaurants, potluck picnics and dinner/dance parties with live music.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Here, the local world flows straight into your own private escape, creating an unrivaled, unforgettable vacation experience.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
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The little gem features a triple 70-foot waterfall that flows over a travertine dam and limestone caves that are set under the falls.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As the characters’ dialogue speeds up and their gestures become more fervent, the audience can hear the fast, rhythmic whoosing of the characters’ blood flow and see pulsing human hearts on a large video screen.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Sep. 2025
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Automation speeds up picking, packing, and delivery.—
Kurt Knutsson
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FOXNews.com,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Try taking a few mindful, nondistracted breaths while your coffee is brewing, during a restroom break or while riding the elevator.—
Masha Remskar,
The Conversation,
23 Sep. 2025
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Stay for several breaths before repeating on the left side.—
Julia Eskins,
Outside,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Appetizer options include mini crab cakes and salmon bites, served alongside an assortment of specialty cocktails to wash it all down.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Sep. 2025
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Along with cakes and baked goods, there are breads like bolillos and Cuban flatbreads.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 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
Verb
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The event takes place after the boat races.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Sep. 2025
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RDREs use a detonation wave that races around a circular channel, which produces short, high-pressure bursts that drive up thrust and efficiency.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Breezes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezes. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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