vague

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Instead of relying only on vague instructions such as "play warmer" or "use a lighter touch," future training systems may be able to show students the exact physical movements associated with specific tonal qualities.

From Science Daily • May 28, 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

That report from the Trump administration was really vague.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

You know the weather: warm wind, faint smell of rain, the vague sense that a storm could roll in at any minute.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

For Western musicians, an introduction to ragas, that is neither too vague nor too technical, does not seem to be available as of this writing.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones