vague

Example Sentences

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And yet the language we use to describe space-time is often vague, metaphorical and deeply inconsistent.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

There was a vague feeling of unease about all of this - but it was difficult for ordinary people living nearby to prove there was anything amiss.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

What’s slightly more vague is the extent Barker is willing to go to in conveying just how intense the terms of Bear’s wish really are.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Mine safety in China has improved in recent decades, but accidents still occur in an industry where safety protocols are often lax and regulations vague.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

And how dare he try to frighten her with vague warnings, when the train ride was bound to be taxing enough as it was, with three children to entertain and a speech to write, too.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood