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as in daze
a state of mental confusion
people wandered around in a haze in the days following the earthquake
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as in to tease
to attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults
the roughnecks on the oil rig would haze the young man for his refined manners and educated speech
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as in to blur
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
unfortunately, smog was hazing the view of the distant city skyline
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Recent Examples of haze
Noemi Cassanelli, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Inside, a fog machine filled the room with a terrifying haze and smaller skeletons lurked in every corner.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior cruise collection show may have taken place under blazing blue skies in Scotland, but the designer chose a golden haze as the backdrop for the accompanying ad campaign.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024
For days, shifting winds swept the chemical haze back and forth in multiple cities, including parts of Atlanta.
—Holly Yan, CNN, 22 Oct. 2024
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Dystopian scenes of orange haze and buildings enveloped by fog emerge each year as smog season dominates the news, raising alarm as doctors warn of the risk of respiratory diseases and impacts on life expectancy.
—Noemi Cassanelli, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Inside, a fog machine filled the room with a terrifying haze and smaller skeletons lurked in every corner.
—Jessica Boehm, Axios, 21 Oct. 2024
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior cruise collection show may have taken place under blazing blue skies in Scotland, but the designer chose a golden haze as the backdrop for the accompanying ad campaign.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024
For days, shifting winds swept the chemical haze back and forth in multiple cities, including parts of Atlanta.
—Holly Yan, CNN, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for haze
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Unlike the multi-sensor setups of Waymo and Cruise, Tesla’s reliance on cameras alone presents challenges, particularly in low-visibility conditions like fog, snow, or harsh sunlight.Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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Plot: Marge accidentally kills Flanders during one of his fog walks.Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
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Its infrared sensors were able to peer past large clouds of dust and gas to capture a grand spectacle of creation, a cluster of blue stars erupting into being.Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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This approach requires higher investment but ensures sensitive data stays within the organization's environment. Hybrid Solutions: These offer a balance, keeping sensitive data on-premises while using the cloud for other tasks.Abhishek Shivanna, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Notable features include an adjustable/rotating nozzle, high and low mist modes, and a mood light.Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 1 Nov. 2024
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Winter brings mist that blankets the ground, giving the landscape a hushed tranquility, while spring and summer deliver fields of wildflowers and the soothing buzz of bees.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Haze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haze. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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