blurry
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- blurrily adverb
- blurriness noun
Etymology
Origin of blurry
Example Sentences
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The problem with etching patterns with atomically precise beams of light is that the material you shine it on also has to be atomically precise, or the pattern comes out blurry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 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
It was blurry and lacked the right detail.
From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026
My vision blurry, I find my way outside to the terrace and sit at the table Mr. Harris and I used to sit at, back when he was feeling well enough to go outside.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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