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African violets aren’t that picky about temperature, but they should be sheltered from drafty windows, air conditioning units, and heaters.—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2026 Adding insulation to all or a portion of the room can help to prevent the drafty, frigid feeling that lingers in the cold season.—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026 Many are warehoused in drafty hallways.—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026 Here are 10 solutions from contractors and weatherization experts for fixing a drafty house.—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for drafty