as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
it can be a bit risky to drive across the bridge on a blustery day
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Adjective
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Provide staking in windy areas and deadhead spent blooms for a second flush.—
Lauren Dunec Hoang,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025 -
Oklahoma’s windy conditions, for example, make the state a prime candidate for powering wind turbines, which has historically allowed residents to benefit from cheap, clean energy, Orvis says.—
Talia Wexler,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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French doors swing open onto the gardens, featuring a private patio fringed with Mediterranean greenery, and include a turquoise plunge pool and a breezy macramé hammock—perfect for midday siestas or post-swim lounging.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
30 July 2025
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What makes this breezy cotton dress especially perfect for Europe is its breathability.—
Claire Gallam,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
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“Blustery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blustery. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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