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blurry

adjective

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Meaning

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Not clear or distinct; difficult to see or perceive clearly, often due to lack of focus or definition.

Example Sentence

The old photograph was so blurry that it was hard to recognize anyone in it.

Usage Note

You can use 'blurry' to describe something that lacks sharpness or definition, like a photograph that isn't in focus, text that's hard to read due to poor printing, or even a memory that isn't very clear. It implies a lack of visual or mental clarity.