sea breeze

noun

: a cooling breeze blowing generally in the daytime inland from the sea

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Thompson added that conditions may ease by Thursday, with a shift to more typical sea breeze patterns offering some respite. Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025 The inland Tri-Valley area is about to get a refreshing sea breeze with Alora, an upscale coastal-Mediterranean restaurant whose owners have Michelin cred. John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2025 The nose has a savory, salty sea breeze aroma with rich caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, and oak notes. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 Thanks to the restaurant's open-air design, diners can enjoy their meals with a refreshing sea breeze and stunning views of the turquoise waters, creating a perfect setting for a leisurely meal. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sea breeze 

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sea breeze was in 1661

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“Sea breeze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sea%20breeze. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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sea breeze

noun
: a cooling daytime breeze blowing inland from the sea

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