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Steamy

usgb/ˈstiːmi/Volume
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Weather Related

Use 'steamy' to describe hot, wet air, often in tropical climates or after rain.

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The greenhouse was steamy and warm, filled with exotic plants.
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Uncomfortable Humidity

'Steamy' often implies discomfort due to excessive humidity.

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I couldn't sleep well in the steamy hotel room without air conditioning.
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Physical Sensation

Describing a place as 'steamy' can make someone think of feeling sticky or sweaty.

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As soon as I stepped off the plane, the steamy air made my clothes stick to my skin.
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