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blurry

American  
[blur-ee] / ˈblɜr i /

adjective

blurrier, blurriest
  1. blurred; indistinct.


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Etymology

Origin of blurry

blur + -y 1

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Example Sentences

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Maynard, who is second from the left on the photo, said his memories of the "very hectic" night were blurry.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The woman’s photo looked professional, showing a small library in the blurry background, according to a screenshot Urbina shared with ProPublica.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

The line between investing and gambling has always been a bit blurry, but it has never been easier for investors to step over the line without even realizing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

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

I’d seen the exact same thing in Arletta Paisley’s slightly blurry background.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry

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