as in breeze
a slight or gentle movement of air
felt a puff of wind on his face
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as in to stroke
to praise too much
a talk show host who can be counted on to puff up the celebrities who readily consent to be interviewed
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Recent Examples of puff
Charlie Mason, TVLine, 3 Nov. 2024
The seven years since have been defined by puffs of white smoke from Broncos headquarters to indicate the team had a new coach.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2024
Julia Levy, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Back before the infamous 2018 cheating scandal, the macho Australian team would puff their chests out and proclaim series whitewashes among other boasts.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Daryl had been reminded to bet on hope by a vision of Isabelle, who’d then vanished in a puff of fireflies.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 3 Nov. 2024
The seven years since have been defined by puffs of white smoke from Broncos headquarters to indicate the team had a new coach.
—Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2024
Verb
Bake casserole: Bake until cheese is melted and egg mixture is puffed, about 30 minutes.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Back before the infamous 2018 cheating scandal, the macho Australian team would puff their chests out and proclaim series whitewashes among other boasts.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Plus, use our hack for placing tinsel on your tree to make next year's cleanup a breeze.Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2024
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In the remnants of one residential building, a sole curtain fluttered in the wintry breeze; the floors below it were collapsed like a pancake.Euan Ward, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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Obstructive sleep apnea is a common condition that occurs when the upper airway is blocked while sleeping, and its symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, dry mouth and daytime sleepiness, the National Council on Aging reports.Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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The new series opens with a gasping, eye-rolling Dexter (Michael C. Hall) being rushed to the hospital in the present day.Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
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The best way to wake a cat involves a gentle approach: try humming, softly calling their name, or lightly stroking them.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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Even minimalist gestures look humorously malicious, whether that involves shaving with a popsicle stick or stroking a white seal pup.Peter Debruge, Variety, 27 Oct. 2024
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Take the La Soufrière Cross-country Trail to the crest of St. Vincent's towering active volcano for views that will take your breath away.Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
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Catch your breath in the museum and gift shop. tybeelighthouse.org, 30 Meddin Dr, Tybee Island, GA 31328 Search For Dolphins Discover the lure of Tybee’s Back River with Captain Derek’s Dolphin Adventures.Judy Garrison, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024
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Hundreds of Walmart shoppers have awarded the top and pants five-star ratings.Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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The pocketed button-up and pants with an elastic waist are available in regular, petite, and tall lengths, sizes XS-XXXL, and 10 colors.Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Those harmonies — simultaneously honeyed and gravelly, providing just enough support without overshadowing, yet so powerful and full of potential — echoes Whitten.Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2024
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Enjoy flavored nuts, such as those that are candied, glazed, or honied, in moderation.Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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Then, when massaging it onto skin, its shea butter-rich formula creates a protective moisture barrier for a full day’s wear.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Simply apply the formula to your scalp daily and massage it in to see results in as soon as 90 days, according to the brand.Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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After congratulating Malcolm on his accomplishment, Dave provides both of their families with copies of the book where Malcolm’s writing has been featured.Andrés Buenahora, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
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Many celebrities congratulated the couple on social media.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Puff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puff. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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