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nebulous

[neb-yuh-luhs] / ˈnɛb jə ləs /


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It’s just syrup and nebulous amounts of whatever base.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

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

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

Millions of worlds are born, evolve, and pass away into nebulous, unmeasured skies; and there is still eternity.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya




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