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Sultry

usgb/ˈsʌltri/Volume
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Weather RelatedPlay
Use 'sultry' to describe weather that feels oppressively warm, often before a thunderstorm. SlideThe forecast predicts a sultry day with possible thunderstorms in the evening.
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Feels UncomfortablePlay
'Sultry' often implies discomfort due to excessive heat and moisture. SlideThe air was so sultry that it was hard to breathe.
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Not Just HotPlay
'Sultry' is more than hot; it's hot and humid together, making it feel steamy. SlideAfter the rain, the city was enveloped in sultry heat.