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Recent Examples of cushy Just imagining layers upon layers of cushy foam (give or take a plush pillowtop cover) is soothing enough to induce sleep. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 May 2025 For someone in a cushy boardroom, that might seem reasonable. Joel Thayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025 Although it’s made from a cushy fabric, the rug won’t hold stains and just needs to be spot-cleaned with soap and water. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2025 On paper, this is a cushy place to be, and O’Connell even said as much. Alec Lewis, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cushy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushy
Adjective
  • There’s deep emotion and vulnerability in Blanchett’s work, with its performance counteracting the New Boy’s calm and comfortable otherness with an almost overbearing dedication to care.
    Ella Kemp, IndieWire, 23 May 2025
  • Infantino Flip 4-in-1 Convertible Baby Carrier Over 10,000 Amazon shoppers bought the Infantino Flip baby carrier last month, which is ergonomically designed to keep both parent and baby comfortable.
    Laura Lu, Parents, 23 May 2025
Adjective
  • All in all, this strapless bra provided a snug fit on our tester's large bust and maintained its quality during the testing period.
    Michelle Rostamian, People.com, 22 May 2025
  • To complete your sleep setup, check out more bedroom essentials below: The Best Mattress Toppers That Take Comfort to Another Level: From cooling to plush picks, shop this extra bedding layer for a snug night’s sleep.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • Since then, only a few structural modifications and modern changes have been made—wood-burning stoves were replaced by propane heaters, and horses and mules were swapped for llamas (their feet are softer and less damaging to the ground).
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 21 May 2025
  • Iñárritu also used his Cannes visit as a soft launch for his next wild experiment, with Tom Cruise.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 21 May 2025

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“Cushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushy. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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