How to Use airy in a Sentence

airy

adjective
  • The room is open, light, and airy.
  • He refused with an airy wave of his hand.
  • That airy fire, the steady blue flame.
    — Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
  • Keep soil loose and airy so roots can breathe and drain well.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
  • The rooms are open and airy throughout.
    — Clio Chang, Curbed, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Light, airy rooms create a sense of calm.
    — Adrienne Jordan, Martha Stewart, 5 Mar. 2026
  • These bites are airy puffs about the size and width of an adult’s thumb.
    — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Hardy stems create a large, airy plant.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Bright white coats the rest of the room to keep the look light and airy.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2024
  • Gone are the spring porch planters and airy summer decor.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
  • The maxi dress sports an airy side slit to keep you calm and cool on hot days.
    — Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 26 July 2023
  • This will help set a bright ambiance that feels warm and airy.
    — Jane Kim, The Spruce, 11 June 2026
  • The result is a tall but airy slice, with a very crispy crust.
    — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
  • The new place is bright, airy and seems larger than the old one.
    — John Meyer, The Denver Post, 3 July 2019
  • Deep blue is offset by a milky white shade to keep this look airy.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
  • This recipe pairs light and airy puffs with tasty, tangy ham salad.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • The spa is big, open and airy (not shoved down in the basement).
    — Christopher Cameron, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2024
  • The overall tone is light, clean, bright, airy, and mess-free.
    — Katelyn Chef, Teen Vogue, 1 Oct. 2018
  • This spindle four-poster bed in white is all about light, airy vibes.
    — Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • The light pink is soft and airy, while the burgundy is rich and tonal.
    — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 5 June 2026
  • Light, airy, fluffy, and non-sticky slime was ideal for both of us.
    — Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Oct. 2024
  • Make sure to plant aloe in soil that’s fast-draining, light, and airy.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026
  • The sleeves are great for breezy days but still airy enough for the southern heat.
    — Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
  • The couple tore down walls, added a room, and swapped earthy browns for airy whites.
    — Laura Kostelny, Country Living, 25 Jan. 2019
  • The vaulted ceilings give an airy and open feel to the space.
    — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 1 Nov. 2023
  • An ash wood dining set keeps the room feeling bright and airy.
    — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 14 Jan. 2020
  • Not all fruits hold the airy texture equally.
    — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Cakey or fudgy, light and airy or dense and gooey—we’ve got a brownie for that.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The dough was light and airy with a crispy bite and minimal flop.
    — Jamie, Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2026
  • High ceilings and skylights make the space feel large and airy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

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