fuzz (up)

verb

Definition of fuzz (up)next
as in to blur
to make dark, dim, or indistinct picture postcards never show those not-infrequent days when the coastal scenery is fuzzed up by fog

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fuzz (up)
  1. blur
  2. obscure
  3. darken
Verb
  • Our testers found its formula blends well on mature skin, blurring fine lines and keeping the under-eye skin hydrated for all-day wear.
    Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Major League Baseball’s offseason is fueled by rumors where the line between reality and absurdity is blurred courtesy of social media.
    Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of blur
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  • Wedding Bells In August, engagement rumors began swirling when Gomez posted a mirror selfie that seemingly obscured an engagement ring on her finger with some pink love heart emojis.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Rasche, somewhat challenging his Succession corporate-hanger-on image, opts for a genial warmth that obscures emotional absence.
    Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of obscure
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  • If the spot has already darkened to a black stain, dip a toothbrush into a small amount of bleach and rub onto the stain.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Eclipse totality is the phase in which the moon completely covers the sun, which causes the sky to darken.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of darken
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“Fuzz (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fuzz%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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