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as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues
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2
as in ventilated
open to the free circulation of air
a pleasant, airy room
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as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual
airy mountain villages
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the airy revelry of their latest album is a departure from the slower and more somber music of the band's previous work
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as in subtle
satisfying or pleasing because of fineness or mildness
an airy cologne that would be appropriate to wear to the office
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Recent Examples of airy
The most balloon-like, airy element of this room is the plush bean bags, on which guests are encouraged to recline and relax.
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Sonaiya Kelley, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
For light and natural Scandinavian flavor, trade dense evergreens for airy seeded eucalyptus.
—Sandra S. Soria, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
The first floor of the airy villa is split between lifestyle goods, including Astier de Villatte, Mad Et Len and Ann Demeulemeester x Serax.
—Denni Hu, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024
Testers found the Woolies sufficient to about 15 degrees, but too airy to sit still in during really cold conditions.
—Nathan Pipenberg, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
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Sonaiya Kelley, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
For light and natural Scandinavian flavor, trade dense evergreens for airy seeded eucalyptus.
—Sandra S. Soria, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
The first floor of the airy villa is split between lifestyle goods, including Astier de Villatte, Mad Et Len and Ann Demeulemeester x Serax.
—Denni Hu, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024
Testers found the Woolies sufficient to about 15 degrees, but too airy to sit still in during really cold conditions.
—Nathan Pipenberg, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
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In the video, Queen Bey takes some major sartorial inspiration from the great Pamela Anderson, which shows her in a platinum blonde wig, reclining in a Baywatch-esque swimsuit, and even sporting an approximation of Anderson’s iconic pink fluffy hat.Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
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Renovated in 2021 to become fully carbon neutral and solar powered, the airy cafe attracts visitors and locals alike for sumptuous sandwiches like slow roasted pork on fluffy baguette and cauliflower, pesto and ricotta on focaccia.Anna Haines, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Home sales are on track for their worst year since 1995 due to home-price growth and elevated mortgage rates.Bryan Mena, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
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Chronic stress can lead to elevated cortisol levels, which often result in fatigue, anxiety and other health issues.Samantha Conti, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
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Tonight: Show respect. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ Discussions with partners, spouses and even members of the general public will be lively today.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2024
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In the last year, Chea says she’s worked one or two events per month, with each gig involving two to three hours of shucking oysters for party guests and entertaining them with lively conversation.Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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The effect of these systems is subtle, as the driver should feel heroic, not overridden.Dan Carney, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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Google | 🌱💡 The tech company continues to roll out subtle but smart sustainability features across many of its platforms.CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2024
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The limited-edition watch Hublot and Novak Djokovic will unveil Wednesday in Paris is lighter than a ball but carries the weight of tennis history.Lily Templeton, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Merrell Moab Speed 2 These grippy, comfy, lightweight hiking shoes are perfect for light-to-moderate terrain—or whenever your friend wants a break from their heavy hiking boots.Sara Coughlin, SELF, 20 Nov. 2024
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The dry and breezy conditions will lead to elevated fire weather concerns when stronger winds occur mid-week.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Weather: Cloudy, breezy and warm with a couple of showers and a high of 69 degrees.Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 4 Nov. 2024
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Another edition went for $5.7 million on a $6 million high estimate at Christie’s New York in 2009.Brian Boucher for ArtNews, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
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Howard crushed it, setting a high bar, but Doechii was ready to respond.Rolling Stone, Rolling Stone, 23 Nov. 2024
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An energetic approach to health and wealth will pay off.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Musk has been among Trump’s most energetic supporters.David Ingram, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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