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as in misty
filled with or dimmed by fine particles (as of dust or water) in suspension
hazy skies made it dangerous to fly the hazy sunshine so common in August
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as in clouded
covered over by clouds
when taking landscape photographs, compensate for dull, hazy skies by emphasizing colorful features on the ground
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as in vague
not seen or understood clearly
the meaning of "you should" here is hazy—does it mean "you are strongly urged" or "you are commanded"?
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Recent Examples of hazy
But please keep in mind that in many parts of the country, June has a reputation for being a sultry, hazy and humid month.
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Joe Rao, Space.com, 24 June 2025
Although the Musée Granet finally acquired its first Cézanne in 1984, Aix has long had a shaky relationship with its most famous native son, who shocked the art world—and his hometown—with his bold departure from the hazy pleasantries of Impressionism.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 June 2025
The sky may also seem slightly smoky or hazy at times as a result of the southern Utah wildfires.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 20 June 2025
The combination of Neptune’s hazy qualities and Aries’ impatience and fiery passion can cause a clash between your ideals and the reality of what is achievable, leaving you feeling uncertain about which direction to take.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 June 2025
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Joe Rao, Space.com, 24 June 2025
Although the Musée Granet finally acquired its first Cézanne in 1984, Aix has long had a shaky relationship with its most famous native son, who shocked the art world—and his hometown—with his bold departure from the hazy pleasantries of Impressionism.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 June 2025
The sky may also seem slightly smoky or hazy at times as a result of the southern Utah wildfires.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 20 June 2025
The combination of Neptune’s hazy qualities and Aries’ impatience and fiery passion can cause a clash between your ideals and the reality of what is achievable, leaving you feeling uncertain about which direction to take.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hazy
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On our radar: the best pair of leggings on the market in a misty blue, relaxed T-shirts, and the brand’s ever-popular belt bag, which almost never goes below $30.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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From misty forests in the Pacific Northwest to crimson mesas in the Utah desert, here are seven stunning spots to glamp this summer.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Diners and customers still face overwhelming menus, vague promotions, delayed support and unclear pricing.—
Maulikkumar Pandya,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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So the question is, when does a vague ending serve more of a purpose than a clear one?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 July 2025
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Anton and his second wife adopted Jean sometime during the Depression, but the details are murky.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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While the Celtics have made a couple of small additions, the future is still a bit murky.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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These pictures reveal faint details that were previously invisible.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Bell Labs gave me free rein to engineer new systems that would detect those extremely faint signals.—
Jenna Ahart,
Quanta Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Special agents alongside local law enforcement spent their rainy Wednesday going to businesses all over South Florida, including gas stations, grocery stores and retail stores.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
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The weekend is looking rainy, with showers and thunderstorms forecast both Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27, and a high of 88 both days.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
22 July 2025
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Stock up on a few in white, black, grey, and navy—you’ll reach for them more than anything else in your closet.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
16 July 2025
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Tyler Perry dons Madea's grey curls yet again — this time for a wedding in the Bahamas.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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Weather: Sunny to partly cloudy and pleasant with low humidity.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
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Plus, the weather on July 17, cloudy with a high of 69, is giving fall vibes.—
Jordyn Noennig,
jsonline.com,
17 July 2025
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The advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. Driving in foggy conditions A dense fog advisory is issued by your local National Weather Service office when widespread dense fog develops.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 July 2025
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With your modern ruler, Neptune, retrograde in Aries, your second house of money, comfort and values becomes enveloped in the foggy haze, urging you to reconsider your approach to money, resources and self-worth.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Hazy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hazy. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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