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Recent Examples of drafty
That Sunday, Anthony was ensconced in the Academy Awards while his tuxedo was stuck in a drafty FedEx warehouse, longing for its destiny under the bright lights of Hollywood.
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James Powel, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
One day in November, after a night spent near a drafty window, my head felt heavy and my throat scratchy.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
If your central heating doesn’t adequately reach all the drafty corners of your home, a mini space heater is the easiest solution for a quick warm-up.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Move the plant from drafty areas and away from HVAC vents.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
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James Powel, USA TODAY, 1 Mar. 2025
One day in November, after a night spent near a drafty window, my head felt heavy and my throat scratchy.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
If your central heating doesn’t adequately reach all the drafty corners of your home, a mini space heater is the easiest solution for a quick warm-up.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Move the plant from drafty areas and away from HVAC vents.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for drafty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drafty
Adjective
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The drive to Koman is windy and narrow, so many choose to play it safe and do the full-day trip from Shkodër.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
9 July 2025
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Flame weeders shouldn't be used during dry, windy weather or if there is a fire ban in your area.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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This breezy option from Faleave is a great pick for sightseeing and beach days, thanks to its drawstring closure, breathable cotton and linen blend, and functional side pockets.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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The two world leaders have to work together to save the day in this breezy action comedy, and Cena and Elba are aces working their macho chemistry as rival frenemies.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
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“Drafty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drafty. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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