1
as in confuses
to make (something) unclear to the understanding
an article for the layman that blurs the distinction between the two kinds of cholesterol
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in obscures
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
evening shadows blurred the view of the valley from the overlook
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of blurs
Ozan Ozerk, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
This hideaway in Tokyo’s Shibuya neighborhood blurs the lines between highbrow design and youth culture.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The Long Walk uses the rawness of its spartan premise to venture deep into uncomfortable territory, culminating in an ending that blurs the lines between perseverance and defeat, hope and nihilism.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
For him, the hardest questions are the ones in the gray areas, when curiosity blurs into risk.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
Birney’s recent solo feature, Obex, is a surreal fantasy pic that premiered at Sundance 2025 and portrays a reclusive gamer whose search for his missing dog blurs the line between reality and fantasy.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Her work, spanning sharp menswear, collaborations with Adidas, and exhibitions at major art institutions, blurs the line between fashion, music, and literature.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
For all their evident overlap, the two marketplaces serve different crowds — even as the boundary between art and design blurs (Basic.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Alcohol blurs a person's judgment, reaction time and abilities.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
The use of blockchain effectively blurs these boundaries and merges them into one.
—Ozan Ozerk, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
This hideaway in Tokyo’s Shibuya neighborhood blurs the lines between highbrow design and youth culture.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The Long Walk uses the rawness of its spartan premise to venture deep into uncomfortable territory, culminating in an ending that blurs the lines between perseverance and defeat, hope and nihilism.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
For him, the hardest questions are the ones in the gray areas, when curiosity blurs into risk.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
Birney’s recent solo feature, Obex, is a surreal fantasy pic that premiered at Sundance 2025 and portrays a reclusive gamer whose search for his missing dog blurs the line between reality and fantasy.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2025
Her work, spanning sharp menswear, collaborations with Adidas, and exhibitions at major art institutions, blurs the line between fashion, music, and literature.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
For all their evident overlap, the two marketplaces serve different crowds — even as the boundary between art and design blurs (Basic.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Alcohol blurs a person's judgment, reaction time and abilities.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blurs
Verb
-
Without it, greenwashing confuses customers and slows adoption.—
Marianne Lehnis,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
-
Yes, God confuses the language and scatters everyone, thereby creating linguistic and cultural diversity.—
John Fugelsang
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
All that cash just obscures the dysfunction Obamacare has let loose in our health insurance market.—
Sally Pipes,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
-
Your readers deserve better than inflammatory rhetoric that obscures real human suffering masquerading as journalism.—
Letters to the Editor,
Oc Register,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Gating much of that control behind certain subscription tiers further obfuscates what’s possible.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
The radiant point of the Perseids is the constellation Perseus, which, from the Northern Hemisphere, rises in the northeast as the sky darkens during August.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
-
Blocking the sunlight also darkens his living spaces.—
Roxana Popescu,
Mercury News,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Scrub any stains with a soft sponge or brush.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
-
This process lifts stains without increasing their surface area, which can be an issue when scrubbing by hand with a cloth or brush.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The case, part of an ongoing lawfare effort in which local governments have been recruited to serve as plaintiffs, sought to hold the companies liable for damages the island suffered as a result of Hurricane Maria, which struck Puerto Rico in 2017.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
-
The family is seeking $50 million in damages.—
Veronica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Anyone following the world of wheels - or bought a Blazer in the last two years - will know the Chevy Blazer EV had a series of unfortunate electronic glitches in 2024, so much so that it was even recalled until GM could do an overhaul.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
-
At worst, there were glitches owed to habit.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
For the Olympics, tickets start at around 30 euros, with most under 100 euros (though some premium seats for the most popular spots can cost as much as 1,400 euros), with pricing varying by event, session, and category.—
Tiana Attride,
AFAR Media,
12 Sep. 2025
-
For pet owners, this means that creating a warm environment, such as sunny spots or heated beds, can greatly improve your cat's comfort.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Blurs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blurs. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share