1
as in humid
containing or characterized by an uncomfortable amount of moisture
on really sultry days we go to the mall to hang out and cool off
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as in searing
having a notably high temperature
the incredibly dry, sultry desert air
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Recent Examples of sultry
Window heat pump Heat pumps have become popular with consumers, even inspiring a sultry R&B song.
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Jeff Brady, NPR, 19 Mar. 2025
The sleek all-black upper, paired with black rubber pods on the outsole, embodies the sultry and timeless appeal of a black shoe versatile enough to be worn anywhere.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
More recently, at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards in 2024, the Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel singer lit up the stage in cascading blonde curls, dramatic copper-and-brown eyeshadow, and a sheer lip that was equal parts sultry and timeless.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
Wear it on a bare lid with a bit of mascara, or layer it with a smokey eye for a sultry nighttime vibe.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 26 Mar. 2025
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Jeff Brady, NPR, 19 Mar. 2025
The sleek all-black upper, paired with black rubber pods on the outsole, embodies the sultry and timeless appeal of a black shoe versatile enough to be worn anywhere.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
More recently, at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards in 2024, the Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel singer lit up the stage in cascading blonde curls, dramatic copper-and-brown eyeshadow, and a sheer lip that was equal parts sultry and timeless.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
Wear it on a bare lid with a bit of mascara, or layer it with a smokey eye for a sultry nighttime vibe.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sultry
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In one corner of the cramped and humid space, rookie receiver Xavier Worthy put his chair against a corner and pressed his head back against the wall, eyes staring directly at the ceiling.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
10 Feb. 2025
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As moisture accumulates in a small space, its damp, humid air can have a reasonably musty smell.—
Rabekah Henderson,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2025
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Stir-frying is a method of quickly searing and cooking bite-size pieces of protein and vegetables in a splash of oil over high heat.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Theron’s performance as the one-armed warrior Furiosa is one for the ages—stoic, searing and unbearably emotional beneath the surface.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Routine Maintenance Tips Daily Wipe down cabinet doors with a damp microfiber cloth to remove grease after cooking, and wipe down with a dry soft cloth regularly to keep dust or particles that may have landed on them.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2025
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Best applied while the skin is a bit damp to retain more hydration in the skin.—
Rosa Jisoo Pyo,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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One idea is that about a million years after the Big Bang, the universe cooled and underwent a phase transition, an event similar to how boiling water turns liquid into gas.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Scientific American,
3 Mar. 2020
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If candy is still stuck on, pour more boiling water over whatever hasn’t come clean.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Dec. 2019
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Whether the same can be said of his remaining time at the club will be a hot topic come the summer window.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Dozens of children tragically perish each year in cars that quickly heat up when left in the hot sun, even if the temperatures don't feel hot out.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Ben Johnson has a ‘burning desire’ to be a head coach.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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For answers to more burning questions about Season 2, plus Season 3 clues (including which Season 1 character will be coming back), read Deadline’s interview with The Night Agent showrunner Shawn Ryan.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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The molten rock was contained within the park and wasn't threatening residential areas.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2025
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This sounds all well and good, but why haven't molten salt reactors been built before?—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Sultry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sultry. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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