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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 classic striped quilt instantly boosts the cozy factor of any room.
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Caley Sturgill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
It’s made of 100 percent memory foam to cushion your head and neck for a cozy rest.
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Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The bank-like rear vault door and its multi-point locking system create a secure, breach-resistant barrier between the threats outside and the cozy safe house inside.
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New Atlas,
9 June 2026
Hidden in a former bank vault, the cozy refuge still has remnants of its past life with safety deposit boxes behind the bar.
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Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cozy
Caley Sturgill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
It’s made of 100 percent memory foam to cushion your head and neck for a cozy rest.
—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The bank-like rear vault door and its multi-point locking system create a secure, breach-resistant barrier between the threats outside and the cozy safe house inside.
—
New Atlas,
9 June 2026
Hidden in a former bank vault, the cozy refuge still has remnants of its past life with safety deposit boxes behind the bar.
—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for cozy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cozy
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Olivia Taylor, the assistant manager of the swim school, says clearing up misconceptions about what drowning actually looks like and getting anyone comfortable in and around the water, are some of the most important parts of teaching someone how to swim.
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Opt for these wireless ones with a 50-hour battery life, comfortable padding, and more handy features.
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The thick thatching holds in heat, so despite the coolness of the June evenings, my bedroom is snug.
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Including setup for the frame and the remaining assembly for the sides and the headboard, everything took about 45 minutes to complete—though be aware that the upholstery was so snug that pulling it into place was like fitting a stubborn sock.
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The relaxed fit offers plenty of comfort while the print keeps things visually interesting.
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Her hosting playbook still sets the tone, even as a new generation reshapes it for a more relaxed era.
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Recreational swimming is not permitted, yet anglers fishing for tilapia, largemouth bass and carp are a common sight along the rocky sides of the soft-bottom areas.
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That first bite delivers the crispy outside with a soft chew of rice, followed by the hot dog.
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“Cozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cozy. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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