cushier; cushiest
: entailing little hardship or difficulty
a cushy job with a high salary
Examples of cushy in a Sentence
His uncle got him a cushy job in the city government.
a big cushy chair that's perfect for watching television
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Across all categories, expect smart TVs, rain showers, and cushy bathrobes.
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AFAR Media, 2 Oct. 2025
The lightweight sneaker that’s designed for everyday wear is ideal for traveling since the shoe is cushy, offers great grip, and is a little less sporty, style-wise, than other sneakers in its same category.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
And the problem is bound to get worse as Gen Xers, the next generation of retirees, are currently struggling to stave off financial insecurity—let alone save for a cushy retirement.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
The insole is made from cushy and supportive memory foam that molds to your foot, and the rounded toe box provides extra wiggle room.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
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AFAR Media, 2 Oct. 2025
The lightweight sneaker that’s designed for everyday wear is ideal for traveling since the shoe is cushy, offers great grip, and is a little less sporty, style-wise, than other sneakers in its same category.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
And the problem is bound to get worse as Gen Xers, the next generation of retirees, are currently struggling to stave off financial insecurity—let alone save for a cushy retirement.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2025
The insole is made from cushy and supportive memory foam that molds to your foot, and the rounded toe box provides extra wiggle room.
—Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cushy
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“Cushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cushy. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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