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as in puffs
a slight or gentle movement of air
a warm spring breeze ruffled our hair
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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
that assignment will be a breeze
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as in flows
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
we breezed through the line for customs at the airport
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as in speeds
to proceed or move quickly
the doctor breezed past the people in the waiting room, apparently on his way to an emergency
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Recent Examples of breezes
Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
From muscling the F50s around the course in strong winds, these soft, sub-foiling breezes require a completely different skill set.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Ceiling fans and cross-breezes replace air-conditioning, reinforcing the open-air nature of the design.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
Peak wind gusts Tuesday afternoon could reach 30 mph at times, with 25 mph breezes lingering through Wednesday as high temperatures climb into the 80s.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
The score, a mix of lush disco and synth pop with hints of island breezes and karaoke camp, brings a club-like energy to the stage.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The island’s breezes are perfect for kitesurfing, while water sports like kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing are popular activities as well.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Forecasters said breezes with gusts from 25 mph to 30 mph early Tuesday would precede the cold.
—David Staats, Idaho Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
Why Seedlings Need to Be Hardened Off Indoor seedlings are cultivated in a sheltered environment where they’re protected from harsh winds, bright sunlight, and cool spring breezes.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Anderson breezes through monumental shifts from there — Perfidia’s deepening romantic relationship with Pat, her subsequent pregnancy and postpartum depression, the beginnings of a psychosexual dynamic with Lockjaw, the downfall of the French 75, and the splintering of the lives associated with it.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
Potholes, sinkholes a recurring issue along promenade Even on overcast autumn days, fishermen, cyclists and pedestrians make use of the waterfront breezes along the Shore Parkway Promenade.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Its powered by an Intel Celeron dual-core chip with 4GB RAM, which breezes through docs, Zoom meets, or YouTube tabs.
—PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
Wind is a recurring variable at Yokohama; breezes off Tokyo Bay can push approach shots.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
There isn’t much summer left, and the days and nights are getting cooler as autumn breezes in.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
Sprawling under a constant sun and cooled by ocean breezes rippling through those signature palm trees, Los Angeles is a singular city with hotel options to match.
—Tim Chester, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026
From muscling the F50s around the course in strong winds, these soft, sub-foiling breezes require a completely different skill set.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Ceiling fans and cross-breezes replace air-conditioning, reinforcing the open-air nature of the design.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
Peak wind gusts Tuesday afternoon could reach 30 mph at times, with 25 mph breezes lingering through Wednesday as high temperatures climb into the 80s.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
The score, a mix of lush disco and synth pop with hints of island breezes and karaoke camp, brings a club-like energy to the stage.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The island’s breezes are perfect for kitesurfing, while water sports like kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing are popular activities as well.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Forecasters said breezes with gusts from 25 mph to 30 mph early Tuesday would precede the cold.
—David Staats, Idaho Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
Why Seedlings Need to Be Hardened Off Indoor seedlings are cultivated in a sheltered environment where they’re protected from harsh winds, bright sunlight, and cool spring breezes.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
On a winter day, country singer-songwriter Megan Moroney breezes into the Manhattan bistro Frenchette wearing a tiger-print jacket with a matching dress and boots.
—Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Anderson breezes through monumental shifts from there — Perfidia’s deepening romantic relationship with Pat, her subsequent pregnancy and postpartum depression, the beginnings of a psychosexual dynamic with Lockjaw, the downfall of the French 75, and the splintering of the lives associated with it.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
Potholes, sinkholes a recurring issue along promenade Even on overcast autumn days, fishermen, cyclists and pedestrians make use of the waterfront breezes along the Shore Parkway Promenade.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Its powered by an Intel Celeron dual-core chip with 4GB RAM, which breezes through docs, Zoom meets, or YouTube tabs.
—PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
Wind is a recurring variable at Yokohama; breezes off Tokyo Bay can push approach shots.
—Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
There isn’t much summer left, and the days and nights are getting cooler as autumn breezes in.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breezes
Noun
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Love the afro puffs on her, however.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2026
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His bakery specializes in French classics such as puffs from choux pastry, but also unique original creations, including a seasonal series with desserts shaped to look like real fruits.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Nearby, wineries are set among picturesque rolling hills, with many offering outdoor areas for picnics.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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Pasta salads aren't only for picnics.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The wind flows from the south, bringing heavy precipitation to areas usually sheltered from rain.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ridges are always flanked by low-pressure areas, and the air at the surface flows from the high to low pressure.—
Andrea Thompson,
Scientific American,
20 Mar. 2026
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Just as an ice skater at the Winter Olympics draws in their arms to increase their spin speed, the rapid decrease in diameter of a neutron star speeds up its rotation.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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This prevents smells, reduces the risk of pests, and speeds up breakdown when burying the peels.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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The company says its 5 kPa output is enough to get an air mattress to properly firm up without the need for manual breaths – even with a person lying on it.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Mar. 2026
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But Vanek also has people round their back into turtle pose, using humming breaths to connect with vibration-sensing creatures, and using the outstretched arms of some poses to greet new snake visitors.—
Deena Prichep,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Each package of handmade crab cakes comes in a two-pack and can be found in the freezer section.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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The menu includes Easter ham, steamship round beef and roast chicken, plus breakfast items, pastas, salads, chilled shrimp, sushi, and 12 different dessert cakes, tarts, cookies and ice creams.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In response, Iran has nearly halted traffic through the narrow Strait of Hormuz, where a fifth of the world’s oil typically sails from the Persian Gulf to customers worldwide.—
Stan Choe,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Iran’s actions have effectively stopped cargo traffic through the narrow Strait of Hormuz, where a fifth of the world’s oil typically sails.—
Alex Veiga,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As Europe races toward energy independence, this facility could become a primary feeder for a pipeline network meant to power the continent’s heavy industry.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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That prompted the team to tab Myatt Snider, who races part-time in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Breezes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breezes. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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