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 toxin produced by C. botulinum bacteria can also cause a range of symptoms including muscle weakness, blurry vision, drooping eyelids, difficulty speaking, paralysis and trouble breathing, which can lead to death. Neha Mukherjee, CNN, 11 Feb. 2025 This transition can also impact and lessen tear production, which can lead to a gritty sensation, blurry vision and discomfort. Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 29 Jan. 2025 Disney has had a similar divide: Disney Television Studios under Eric Schrier and Disney Television Group under Craig Erwich, though the lines have been sometimes blurry. Peter White, Deadline, 24 Jan. 2025 Inspired by the beloved Sega video game franchise, the third Sonic installment saw the blurry blue speedster and his pals face off against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog, voiced by none other than Keanu Reeves. EW.com, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for blurry 

Word History

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

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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 16 Feb. 2025.

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