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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a beach resort that is a perfectly dreamy place to relax
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as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
the kind of dreamy music I want after a hard day at work
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Recent Examples of dreamy
This holiday season, homes are getting a makeover with a dreamy sugar plum color palette inspired by the magic of the stage.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
There's something about a combination of dreamy summer Cousins Beach and extreme teenage angst that becomes irresistible.
—Kimberly Truong, Refinery29, 24 Sep. 2025
The epic offers a dreamy, dramatic take on Miguel de Cervantes, the fella behind Don Quixote.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Afterall, the Jazz-fusion and genre-bending artist, based in London, is known for his dreamy soundscapes and poetic aesthetic.
—Akili King, Essence, 22 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
There's something about a combination of dreamy summer Cousins Beach and extreme teenage angst that becomes irresistible.
—Kimberly Truong, Refinery29, 24 Sep. 2025
The epic offers a dreamy, dramatic take on Miguel de Cervantes, the fella behind Don Quixote.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025
Afterall, the Jazz-fusion and genre-bending artist, based in London, is known for his dreamy soundscapes and poetic aesthetic.
—Akili King, Essence, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dreamy
Adjective
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The nocturnal creature, known for its elusive nature, was a delightful surprise for the conservationists monitoring the area.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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As a guest of the 7-key property, you’re encouraged to attend happy hour on the porch, a delightful time of day when the homemade sangria flows freely.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Incorporate rewards that motivate you, such as a relaxing bath, healthy snack, or movie night.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Sami, a city boy ashamed of his roots, arrives for a relaxing weekend on his family farm.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The world is full of delicious Negroni variations, but few and far between are the ones that work as harmoniously as this.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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Meaty, creamy and simply delicious!—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Jonny Greenwood’s score moves between soaring strings and dissonant piano keys, alternately soothing and anxious; a few pieces composed by Jon Brion add an ambient layer of wistfulness.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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Jonny Greenwood’s score moves between soaring strings and dissonant piano keys, alternately soothing and anxious; a few pieces composed by Jon Brion add an ambient layer of wistfulness.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Customer service was easy and pleasant.—
Kristi Kellogg,
Architectural Digest,
5 Oct. 2025
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Stierli is particularly concerned with the situation at Great Falls, where trails and picturesque cliffsides along the Potomac River attract many visitors, especially with this weekend’s pleasant weather.—
Brian Todd,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In collaboration with interior design content creators Chris and Julia Marcum, this sweet scalloped rug adds visual interest with a scalloped edge.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Oct. 2025
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The bacon fat and rendered ham drippings are the backbone of this super simple savory sauce, studded with small pieces of sweet mirepoix and earthy black-eyed peas.—
Elizabeth Mervosh,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The day after his victory, Gurgel’s wife called Kerr and invited him over for lunch, and although Kerr worried he might get jumped, instead the two fighters had an enjoyable meal and chat.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Upgrading to a fresh board, especially wood, makes prep safer and much more enjoyable.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The smoke was billowing, but that ray of sunshine that came through was just very comforting.—
Georgea Kovanis,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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The hearty blend of tomatoes, chicken, turkey, and rice is seriously comforting.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Dreamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dreamy. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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