blurry

adjective

blur·​ry ˈblər-ē How to pronounce blurry (audio)
blurrier; blurriest
: lacking definition or focus
blurrily adverb
blurriness noun

Examples of blurry in a Sentence

a blurry image in the foreground of the photograph
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The once and soon-to-be president takes advantage of the blurry lines between appearance and perception, between reputation and reality. Shane Goldmacher, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025 This mismatch causes field curvature, making stars at the image edges appear blurry. Gemma Lavender, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025 Sometimes referred to as digital eye strain, looking at screens too long can cause blurry vision, difficulty focusing, eye strain, dry or watery eyes, light sensitivity, and headaches. Holly Klamer, Ms, Health, 13 Jan. 2025 These people often report eye pain, red eyes, blurry vision, and sensitivity to light. Brittany Risher, SELF, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for blurry 

Word History

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blurry was in 1757

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“Blurry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blurry. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.

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