as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a big cushy chair that's perfect for watching television
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Recent Examples of cushy
This sandal has just the right amount of shimmer, while the cushy platform keeps you elevated.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Beloved by podiatrists and celebrities alike, the Hoka Clifton 9 Sneakers are designed with an ultra-lightweight and cushy profile.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Diners can expect to nosh on bao, buns, dumplings and skewers, along with Uchi staples, with cushy seating inside and outside on the patio.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
So often, luxury hotel beds are quietly elegant, deep, and sumptuous—perhaps dressed in high-thread-count Frette linens or topped with a generous assortment of cushy pillows—but there’s not always a ton of visible design that goes into the actual bed setup itself.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Beloved by podiatrists and celebrities alike, the Hoka Clifton 9 Sneakers are designed with an ultra-lightweight and cushy profile.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Diners can expect to nosh on bao, buns, dumplings and skewers, along with Uchi staples, with cushy seating inside and outside on the patio.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
So often, luxury hotel beds are quietly elegant, deep, and sumptuous—perhaps dressed in high-thread-count Frette linens or topped with a generous assortment of cushy pillows—but there’s not always a ton of visible design that goes into the actual bed setup itself.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cushy
Adjective
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Brooklyn didn’t have the offensive structure to absorb it, and defensively, the Nets couldn’t slow Charlotte down once the Hornets got comfortable.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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While many students are comfortable with apps and touchscreens, educators say that does not always translate into the ability to troubleshoot or work independently on traditional computers.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The living room is adjacent and looks quite snug, but has space for a sofa, a mini-split air-conditioning unit, and a little extra storage.—
Adam Williams
March 01,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2026
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Suites are the best bet for families, as classic rooms are pretty snug.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The slide appears to have involved a thick slab of soft snow breaking loose at a weak layer in the snowpack, the report said.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Sleeping positions and firmness Beyond mattress type, your preferred sleep position and mattress firmness (how hard or soft a bed feels) are other important factors to consider when buying a mattress.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Cushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cushy. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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