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Recent Examples of airiness
The AirPods deliver a clean, separated sound with an emphasis on crispness, clarity, and airiness.
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Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
His playing also contributes to the airiness of the album, the sense of weightlessness that has more in common with SUSS or Chuck Johnson than anybody on country radio.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 7 Apr. 2026
The rest of the house had her mother’s easy sense of style and airiness.
—Literary Hub, 2 Mar. 2026
As a result, the aesthetic is dominated by the warm tones of walnut wood furniture with rounded details; light gray walls creating a neutral backdrop for the brand’s collections, and mirrored details amplifying the sense of airiness.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
In this dim foyer, Benjamin Moore's Natural Cream swoops in to provide some airiness.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
This creates the illusion of airiness versus even less square footage.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2026
The modernist mountain lodge stands out in the historic town with a color palette of snow white, warm woods, and rust, and airiness conveyed by white oak millwork and textured stone mosaics.
—Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
The airiness factor of Brooklinen’s duvet cover is unmatched, especially if the duvet insert is equally lightweight.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
His playing also contributes to the airiness of the album, the sense of weightlessness that has more in common with SUSS or Chuck Johnson than anybody on country radio.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 7 Apr. 2026
The rest of the house had her mother’s easy sense of style and airiness.
—Literary Hub, 2 Mar. 2026
As a result, the aesthetic is dominated by the warm tones of walnut wood furniture with rounded details; light gray walls creating a neutral backdrop for the brand’s collections, and mirrored details amplifying the sense of airiness.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
In this dim foyer, Benjamin Moore's Natural Cream swoops in to provide some airiness.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
This creates the illusion of airiness versus even less square footage.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 2 Feb. 2026
The modernist mountain lodge stands out in the historic town with a color palette of snow white, warm woods, and rust, and airiness conveyed by white oak millwork and textured stone mosaics.
—Amy Tara Koch, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
The airiness factor of Brooklinen’s duvet cover is unmatched, especially if the duvet insert is equally lightweight.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for airiness
Noun
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The process is long and excruciating, said Oceguera, but they’re just left with the essence of pineapple and coconut that’s carbonated a little for lightness on your tongue.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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There is a lightness to be found around material that could normally be challenging.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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There are lots of things weightlessness disturbs, even in the short run.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
24 Apr. 2026
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Full Virgin Galactic missions have lasted more than an hour, during which passengers on Unity have been treated to views of Earth and the thin blue line of our planet's atmosphere while experiencing a few minutes of weightlessness.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2026
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One of today’s superfoods, the avocado, got its start as a Mundo Maya delicacy.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Indulge in regional delicacies such as queso relleno, papadzules, and the famous lomitos de Valladolid—and make sure to try the dulce de papaya for dessert.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Airiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airiness. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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