How to Use homey in a Sentence

homey

adjective
  • Something that felt fun and homey, the rest of the team agreed.
    Leah Asmelash, CNN, 17 Mar. 2020
  • The cozy rooms off the main dining room add a homey touch.
    Shonda Talerico Dudlicek, Lake County News-Sun, 23 May 2018
  • The inside is homey except for the schedule on the kitchen door, which sets out the hours to eat and clean.
    Lilia Blaise, New York Times, 12 May 2018
  • To add a homey vibe, start with our roundup of the best Christmas village sets.
    Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 29 Aug. 2023
  • The onion and garlic give the sauce a bit of texture and a homey quality.
    Becky Krystal, The Denver Post, 4 July 2019
  • White shutters give the huge windows a nice, homey touch.
    Jim Byers, chicagotribune.com, 7 June 2018
  • The château itself is a curious blend of homey and grand.
    Jay McInerney, Town & Country, 13 Aug. 2018
  • The star of the ship, Manfredi's, serves a menu of hearty Italian fare in a homey setting.
    USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2018
  • Every aspect adds to the homey vibe—from the cheery, helpful staff to the simple, bright decor.
    Susannah Rigg, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2018
  • Enjoy a cuppa tea in the basement crypt, now a homey cafe.
    Brian Melton, star-telegram, 20 Apr. 2018
  • As in many lobbies, there’s homey decor touches in rooms, too.
    Washington Post, 29 Jan. 2020
  • The tweet that followed turned the squeal into a homey imaginary scene.
    Wired, 6 Dec. 2019
  • Bring this aesthetic to your office space for a homey refuge that feels just right.
    Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2023
  • In the morning, refreshed from a night in the countryside, have breakfast at the homey Estero Cafe across the street.
    Brian Coyne, San Francisco Chronicle, 17 May 2018
  • At home, or at a more homey restaurant, it might be served ladled into a bowl.
    Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 3 Dec. 2023
  • With a silky, creamy sauce that leans on real whole milk for its body and richness, this feels decadent and homey at the same time.
    Katie Workman, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2020
  • Each bell hangs from the metal pipe by jute wire for even more homey, bohemian charm.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2023
  • Main Street is low slung and short, the antique shops look nothing like the ones off Valencia Street and the restaurants are homey.
    San Francisco Chronicle, 1 July 2021
  • Sanford Brewing's homey pub grub appealed to me this year.
    Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, 15 Mar. 2018
  • Drinks are named for taglines from ads from the '50s, and the short snack menu includes homey party food like ham salad or salami roll-ups.
    Polly Campbell, Cincinnati.com, 19 June 2019
  • This recipe uses my favorite cast of flavors to create a rich yet homey dish.
    Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Hot time: The vibe stays pretty homey and mellow even during weekend peaks.
    Emma Silvers, San Francisco Chronicle, 14 June 2018
  • Fort Worth's other homey little Tex-Mex restaurant won a big award.
    Bud Kennedy, star-telegram, 8 May 2018
  • Stay healthy with pumpkin pie spice granola: Add to any basic granola recipe for a healthy treat with a homey feel.
    Rebekah Lowin, Country Living, 21 June 2019
  • The structured decor piece doesn’t bunch and shift the same way velvet or burlap would—but the natural white rope of this one still will still look nice and homey in your space.
    Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2023
  • Whir some beans together to get a homey spread to smear over a good quality loaf of your favorite bread.
    Kari Sonde, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2019
  • If, after putting away all the holiday decor, your space is feeling sparse, save on home essentials that’ll make your house feel more homey.
    Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Guests can expect homey rooms and suites—most come with their own fireplaces—as well as private terraces, an outdoor pool, and plenty of space to relax.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Wood and stone materials lent an earthy, homey feel to the space.
    Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2025
  • The former grill and bar has been converted into a casual, homey cafe.
    Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Dec. 2025

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