1
as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the bakery's lemon pies are famous for their airy meringues
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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
While wide-leg jeans look good year-round, that big, almost airy leg feels especially appropriate for spring.
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Two lateral skylights direct natural light downward, nourishing the tree and creating a bright, airy atmosphere.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
The interiors are bright and airy and the bedroom features a comfy, queen-size bed.
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Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
If your goal is to keep things as bright and airy as possible, Otto Tiles and Design's founder Damla Turgut says to lean into natural materials with variation and texture.
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The Spruce,
30 June 2026
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Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
Two lateral skylights direct natural light downward, nourishing the tree and creating a bright, airy atmosphere.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
The interiors are bright and airy and the bedroom features a comfy, queen-size bed.
—
Kristin Braswell,
Architectural Digest,
30 June 2026
If your goal is to keep things as bright and airy as possible, Otto Tiles and Design's founder Damla Turgut says to lean into natural materials with variation and texture.
—
The Spruce,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for airy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for airy
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The office would provide spa-fluffy robes, heated towels, and premium teas.
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Dransfield suspects these fluffy, wispy worlds are probably white or blue, depending on whether the skies there are cloudy — not shades of cotton-candy pink.
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Depending on trim and spec, Hyundai also says Ioniq 3 owners will get the option of heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, ambient LED lighting and, bizarrely, cabin materials inspired by 1970s Italian furniture.
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The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system.
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The rising ratio of price to income, coupled with elevated interest rates, has put homeownership out of reach for millions of millennial and Gen Z Americans.
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Julia Giarmoleo, an EPA spokesperson, said the monitors did not detect elevated metals, but would not provide a copy of the data without a federal records request.
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Vibrant banners will fill the land alongside lively Spanish music.
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On East Passyunk Avenue, Supérette is a lively French wine bar, market and bottle shop where rosé and pastis are enjoyed with snacks like duck prosciutto and raclette sandwiches.
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Obviously there’s a resemblance but in a really subtle and tasteful way.
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Your reward will be the sight of a tiny pale point with a subtle blue-green tint.
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The uninterrupted sun dries out soil increasing drought risk, and light winds allow pollutants to build up, worsening air quality, particularly in urban areas.
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The light rail’s Green Line will reopen after construction of the new light rail station at Seventh Street and Railyards Boulevard is completed, which is expected later this summer.
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There’s a breezy beach dress for $6, as well as a travel tote complete with a matching accessory.
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For a fresh summer look, opt for breezy blue satin slip dress for summer cocktails.
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Fujimori’s presidency marks a return of her family’s political brand to Peru’s highest office — a movement that has long carried a complicated relationship with the United States.
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The federal government and states have begun investigating pricing strategies that companies report have led to higher profits.
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“Airy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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