: of or suggesting long-term human habitation or use
a comfortable lived-in room
also
: showing the effects of age or experience
a lived-in voice
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Plus, the slightly oversized fit gives it that effortless, lived-in look that is the epitome of cozy.
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Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2025
From Carnival prep in Toronto to ESSENCE Fest glam in New Orleans, Lewis captures moments that feel lived-in and celebratory—moments that honor how Black and brown communities have shaped global beauty culture.
—Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
What appears to be the estate of the late pop artist Allan D’Arcangelo comes with a primary residence (a lovely, lived-in three-bedroom farmhouse), two barns, three tiny homes, and a greenhouse spread out over 92 acres.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Oct. 2025
There’s something so modern about the way heritage houses like Chanel are softening their iconic silhouettes, luxurious yet lived-in, polished but approachable.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Even the scene of Emily being asked out by her co-worker felt lived-in.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2025
This is one of Tatum’s best and most lived-in performances to date, with Cianfrance making use of his natural appeal and physicality, but also pushing him into more complex emotional waters.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 11 Oct. 2025
Advertisement But maybe the film feels a little too lived-in.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Layered materials, patterns, and textures make a space feel like it's been intentionally collected over time, giving it a homey, lived-in feel.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
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Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2025
From Carnival prep in Toronto to ESSENCE Fest glam in New Orleans, Lewis captures moments that feel lived-in and celebratory—moments that honor how Black and brown communities have shaped global beauty culture.
—Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
What appears to be the estate of the late pop artist Allan D’Arcangelo comes with a primary residence (a lovely, lived-in three-bedroom farmhouse), two barns, three tiny homes, and a greenhouse spread out over 92 acres.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Oct. 2025
There’s something so modern about the way heritage houses like Chanel are softening their iconic silhouettes, luxurious yet lived-in, polished but approachable.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Even the scene of Emily being asked out by her co-worker felt lived-in.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2025
This is one of Tatum’s best and most lived-in performances to date, with Cianfrance making use of his natural appeal and physicality, but also pushing him into more complex emotional waters.
—Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 11 Oct. 2025
Advertisement But maybe the film feels a little too lived-in.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 10 Oct. 2025
Layered materials, patterns, and textures make a space feel like it's been intentionally collected over time, giving it a homey, lived-in feel.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
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“Lived-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lived-in. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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