haze
Plural
hazes
1
a suspension of fine particles, such as dust, smoke, or moisture, in the air, causing reduced visibility
- The city skyline was obscured by a thick haze of pollution, reducing visibility for miles.
- The coastal area experienced a haze as sea spray combined with mist from the waves.
- During the dry season, agricultural burning often contributes to the haze that blankets the region.
- The industrial area emitted pollutants, leading to a persistent haze that affected air quality.
- The city woke up to a haze of humidity, causing a dewy layer on surfaces throughout the neighborhood.
2
a state of vagueness in which thoughts and perceptions lack clarity
- After the surgery, she wandered the hallways in a haze, unable to focus on anything.
- He spoke as if in a haze, his words slipping through without clear intention.
- The shock left the survivors in a haze, struggling to piece together what had happened.
- They navigated the unfamiliar city in a haze of excitement and exhaustion.
- Even hours later, I remained in a haze, recalling only fragments of the conversation.