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as in comfortable
enjoying physical comfort
the cat looked very cozy, all cuddled up in the blankets
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as in snug
providing physical comfort
a coffeehouse with soft, cozy chairs
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Recent Examples of cozy
This cozy cafe champions fresh, sustainable ingredients sourced from local farms and wineries.
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Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
It could be mismatched pattern-on-pattern textiles in a cozy reading nook.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025
There’s also a giant eat-in kitchen, a handful of grand yet cozy sitting rooms, and a separate guest cottage for friends, staff, or whoever’s lucky enough to get an invite.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 July 2025
Indio Eucalyptus Round Outdoor Coffee Table Pottery Barn’s Indio Eucalyptus table is a space-conscious outdoor essential that's an excellent addition to cozy patios and balconies.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
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Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
It could be mismatched pattern-on-pattern textiles in a cozy reading nook.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025
There’s also a giant eat-in kitchen, a handful of grand yet cozy sitting rooms, and a separate guest cottage for friends, staff, or whoever’s lucky enough to get an invite.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 July 2025
Indio Eucalyptus Round Outdoor Coffee Table Pottery Barn’s Indio Eucalyptus table is a space-conscious outdoor essential that's an excellent addition to cozy patios and balconies.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cozy
Adjective
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Dogs also tend to be more comfortable with grinding than clipping.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Her biggest hope is that others begin to feel more comfortable with grief and the healing process.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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The material feels snug but is still really flexible and lets a lot of air through, which is great for hot weather.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
21 July 2025
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The company wraps its soaps in creamy paper adorned with Art Nouveau designs, then tucks each one into an equally ornate, snug little box.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
18 July 2025
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Another 2024 Michelin winner is Rocca, where chef and owner Bryce Bonsack serves Italian fare in a relaxed atmosphere inspired by his pilgrimage to Italy.—
Mariette Williams,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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The following Canadian towns offer a more local experience than their big city neighbors, are more affordable, and allow travelers to get to know the destination at a slower and more relaxed pace.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Expected soft opening: August 2025 Details: 1325 Grand Ave., Suite 6, Phoenix.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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Those soft ticket sales suggest that nostalgia isn’t nearly as potent as Sony might have hoped when greenlighting the slasher sequel and reuniting the original 1998 film’s stars, Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
20 July 2025
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“Cozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cozy. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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