
Sultry
Weather Related
Use 'sultry' to describe weather that feels oppressively warm, often before a thunderstorm.

The forecast predicts a sultry day with possible thunderstorms in the evening.
Feels Uncomfortable
'Sultry' often implies discomfort due to excessive heat and moisture.

The air was so sultry that it was hard to breathe.
Not Just Hot
'Sultry' is more than hot; it's hot and humid together, making it feel steamy.

After the rain, the city was enveloped in sultry heat.
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