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nebulous

[neb-yuh-luhs] / ˈnɛb jə ləs /


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I believe Johnson on the good intentions of the bill in addressing those real if nebulous difficulties, but you know what they say about the best-laid plans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Most people react in similarly positive ways, expressing empathy or, my personal favorite, commiserating with me over their own nebulous medical conditions.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Group violence among mongeese and ants has also been documented by researchers, although the definition of “war” becomes nebulous depending on the species and its social dynamics.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

Quite often, while these U-turns shake up markets, they remain nebulous in terms of actual deals.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

It had happened that morning at the Ministry, if anything so nebulous could be said to happen.

From "1984" by George Orwell




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