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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
Tucked behind Venice’s Scopa Italian Roots is Old Lightning, a cozy mid-century lounge with aquamarine hue.
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Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
The principal bedroom, for example, is a quiet and cozy sanctuary with neutral tones and soft lines.
—Katia Contreras, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2025
There’s even a vacation-ready pair of capri pants and a cozy hoodie that’ll fit right into your off-duty wardrobe.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 June 2025
The Mug is a standout for everyday sipping—available in all three signature shades and just the right size for tea, coffee, or even a cozy hot chocolate.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025
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Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025
The principal bedroom, for example, is a quiet and cozy sanctuary with neutral tones and soft lines.
—Katia Contreras, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2025
There’s even a vacation-ready pair of capri pants and a cozy hoodie that’ll fit right into your off-duty wardrobe.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 June 2025
The Mug is a standout for everyday sipping—available in all three signature shades and just the right size for tea, coffee, or even a cozy hot chocolate.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for cozy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cozy
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These fan-favorite Tommy Bahama sheets are so soft, comfortable, and cozy that, according to one five-star Amazon reviewer, nuzzling in them feels like sleeping over at grandma’s.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2025
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Shoppers found this shirt to be made of good quality material and comfortable enough to wear on hot summer days.—
Amber Love Bond,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2025
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Petit Soleil This oh-so petite boutique has just 17 rooms and suites, which range from snug to downright palatial.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2025
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The stretch fabric accommodates different body types, providing a snug yet comfortable fit that moves with you.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
20 June 2025
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There are photographs from those years, in an album with captions my mother wrote on bits of masking tape: my parents posing with other recent arrivals from Kolkata, looking relaxed on what must have been a Sunday afternoon.—
Jhumpa Lahiri,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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The beaches are wide and relaxed, and the surrounding trails offer dramatic views of the Ligurian coastline.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Scroll to shop the best bond-building products for every texture—stronger and softer hair ahead!—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
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Pottery Barn Airy Cotton Duvet Cover Crafted from 100 percent cotton, this 200-thread count duvet cover is breathable, low-maintenance, soft, and suitable for year-round use.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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“Cozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cozy. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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