vague

Example Sentences

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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

The book claims that “we can encourage” more small-scale activities, but who “we” is and what “encourage” means is sometimes vague.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

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

But aside from inventing a Latinate name for a vague principle, Wolff could provide no further specifics.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee