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blurry

American  
[blur-ee] / ˈblɜr i /

adjective

blurrier, blurriest
  1. blurred; indistinct.


Other Word Forms

  • blurrily adverb
  • blurriness noun

Etymology

Origin of blurry

blur + -y 1

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Example Sentences

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That might include, she further fantasizes, a technology tool you don’t even notice but that focuses your attention to sound vibrations the way glasses give clarity to blurry vision.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

It flags blurry photos, screenshots and other possible throwaway images.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026

When AFP visited, relatives of the missing packed into a local elder's cramped home, showing WhatsApp and Facebook groups filled with blurry images, unverified lists and rumours.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Previously, we were looking at a blurry picture of dark matter.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

His eyes were too blurry with his own tears.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix