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as in vague
not expressed in precise terms
the specifics of the program proposed by the candidate are rather fuzzy, perhaps intentionally so
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as in faint
not seen or understood clearly
saw a fuzzy outline through the fog
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Recent Examples of fuzzy
What does mold look like? When thinking about mold in the home, the image of fuzzy green globs clinging to old bread may come to mind.
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Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 14 Jan. 2025
Nila’s fuzzy retrospection is especially frustrating in moments featuring her toxic relationship with Marlowe.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
It’s been theoretical with each step mapped out from fuzzy visions in organizers’ heads.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
The drier winter air outside and scratchy fabrics used in most cold-weather wear work together to make this a time of frizzy, fuzzy hair.
—Clint Davis, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2025
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Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 14 Jan. 2025
Nila’s fuzzy retrospection is especially frustrating in moments featuring her toxic relationship with Marlowe.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
It’s been theoretical with each step mapped out from fuzzy visions in organizers’ heads.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
The drier winter air outside and scratchy fabrics used in most cold-weather wear work together to make this a time of frizzy, fuzzy hair.
—Clint Davis, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuzzy
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Continue on with Banana Republic’s shaggy knit cardigan, a pair of knee-high boots from Jeffrey Campbell, and finally, H&M’s leopard-print ’90s bag.Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
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And there's an endearingly shaggy side to this film, all the more shocking given its then-record cost.Darren Franich, EW.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Early on, that information was useful in forming a vague picture of our interests and behaviors.Jon Kirchner, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Instead of having the nerve to just say it, BSU put out vague, whiny press releases, apparently trying to minimize outrage on both sides.Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 10 Jan. 2025
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These include detailed observations of the super-heated plasma that fills the space between galaxies — known as the intracluster medium — and faint light emitted by a nearby supernova remnant.Victoria Corless, Space.com, 6 Jan. 2025
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The early fixtures are pretty low-key, although there is the faint whiff of a prospective upset with League One Peterborough against increasingly beleaguered Everton.Nick Miller, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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Snow in Texas could make for hairy travel to Friday's Cotton Bowl.Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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The hairy animals also have long antennae, according to the study.Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
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This wealth of discordant data means some evolutionary connections remain unclear, especially within perennial Dicerandra.Andre A. Naranjo, The Conversation, 6 Jan. 2025
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The condition of those who were taken to hospital remains unclear at this time.Escher Walcott, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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Our picture of what is happening and probably will happen on Earth is less hazy than it’s ever been.Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Beers touch on all styles from Pilsner to a hazy fruit double IPA (DIPA).Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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That way, your rough and weathered heels will be healed and hydrated.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Jan. 2025
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This is a rough first cut of Biden's foreign policy legacy.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Below, Gersten opens up about her reaction to Anderson’s casting, the meaning behind the purposefully ambiguous ending, Curtis’ memorable dance number, and more.Mike Miller, EW.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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When a statute is ambiguous, Congress has left a gap for the agency to fill.Stuart Anderson, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Fuzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuzzy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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