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as in fuss
a state of nervous or irritated concern
was in a huff because everyone was running late and the school bus would stop to pick them up in a matter of minutes
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as in scene
an outburst or display of excited anger
gets all in a huff every time anyone makes the slightest criticism
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as in anger
the feeling of being offended or resentful after a slight or indignity
left the restaurant in a huff after waiting 15 minutes to be seated
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as in to rave
to talk loudly and wildly
demanding to speak to the manager, he huffed about the rudeness of the sales assistant
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Recent Examples of huff
Lanee Lee, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Jan. 2023
Feel free to let out a disappointed huff as the episode concludes.
—Vulture, 21 Dec. 2023
Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
That’s also why his obsessive huffing on a locket holding a lock of hair from Lily-Rose Depp’s Ellen, the woman he’s been obsessed with since her youth, is so unexpectedly funny.
—Vulture Staff, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
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Noun
To experience all three—plus a wine tasting after a heart-pumping, 316-stair huff to the top of Tour Philippe le Bon—book The Treats of Dijon excursion on France’s new food trail, La Vallée De La Gastronomie, that runs from Marseille to Dijon.
—Lanee Lee, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Jan. 2023
Feel free to let out a disappointed huff as the episode concludes.
—Vulture, 21 Dec. 2023
Verb
Out front, Pastor Rodney Freeman and several volunteers — bundled up in thick winter coats, huffing out little clouds of breath — rush to set up the Bountiful Blessings food pantry.
—Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
That’s also why his obsessive huffing on a locket holding a lock of hair from Lily-Rose Depp’s Ellen, the woman he’s been obsessed with since her youth, is so unexpectedly funny.
—Vulture Staff, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for huff
Noun
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The actress kept the rest of her look fairly minimalist, opting for a sleek, modern style without fuss.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 Apr. 2025
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So is Aaron Judge, who couldn’t believe all the fuss that was being made over the Yankees’ new wood.—
Gary Phillips,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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And the 2000s indie scene belongs to the Garden State soundtrack.—
Steve Baltin,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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We’re really primed by this first scene to interpret the rest of the novel as being about interpretation on some level.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Shock and anger Economists warn the new taxes will result in higher prices and slower growth in the United States — while spilling over into other countries and hurting the global economy.—
Maria Aspan,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2025
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During last year’s presidential campaign, a roadside billboard in Miami that drew comparisons between Trump and dictators like Fidel Castro drew anger from supporters of the president.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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TikTokers have constantly raved about the blush’s intense pigmentation and blendability—so naturally, the arrival of another blush from the brand was met with tons of excitement.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
28 Mar. 2025
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It’s got more than 28,000 five-star ratings from people who rave about its sleek design and handy locking silicone strap.—
The PEOPLE Deals Team,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Project Overview Working Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Skill Level: Beginner Estimated Cost: $10 Every day, your shoes collect dirt, mud, bacteria—and who knows what else—while the insides absorb sweat and grime, leading to unpleasant odors and a less-than-pristine appearance.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article Pitching with a one-run lead in the seventh inning is no sweat for Sandburg’s Drew Drzonek.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Include how to phrase these questions tactfully and what responses might indicate a poor fit.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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These chic jeans have a snug fit in the waist and thighs with loose legs for styling trendy outfits.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Leary plays Army Col. Patrick Quinn, who gets re-assigned to a base in the Netherlands after ranting against the Joint Chiefs of Staff.—
Fred Topel,
Deadline,
5 Apr. 2025
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What was once a lone voice ranting at a street corner becomes a mutually reinforcing chorus.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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Trump faces growing pushback from his own party The markets were still in a panic on Monday when an unverified report circulated that the president was considering a 90-day pause on the tariffs.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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Later that night, his girlfriend called her in a panic and told her about the shooting.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Huff.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/huff. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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