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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
Wild-eyed in a register that ranges from dreamy to terrified to stunned into submission, her performance is the most honestly felt thing here.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 18 May 2026
Aptly named for its location smack dab in the middle of Main Street and right on the edge of the harbor, Waters Edge has waterfront rooms with dreamy aesthetics.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
From the fortified medieval town of Antibes to the glamorous Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, this dreamy peninsula's reputation as a playground for the jet set has been cemented since the early 1900s.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Then hang some outdoor string lights to make your space a dreamy oasis perfect for hosting an event.
—Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 18 May 2026
Aptly named for its location smack dab in the middle of Main Street and right on the edge of the harbor, Waters Edge has waterfront rooms with dreamy aesthetics.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
From the fortified medieval town of Antibes to the glamorous Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, this dreamy peninsula's reputation as a playground for the jet set has been cemented since the early 1900s.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
Then hang some outdoor string lights to make your space a dreamy oasis perfect for hosting an event.
—Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dreamy
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Continue along the roads of the peninsula, winding through vineyards and pine forests, before heading to Pampelonne Beach for a delightful leisurely seaside lunch on its fine sand.—
Nick Scott,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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Tucumcari’s murals, neon signs and the Blue Swallow Motel were delightful.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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The overall design feels more luxury lifestyle than clinical chic—a knack that few spas have achieved so successfully, which means this is a much more relaxing place than many rivals.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Both decor and a relaxing activity, Lego flowers have a loyal fanbase.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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Jalapeno cream cheese, roasted corn, and chipotle dressing give these turkey wraps a delicious southwestern kick.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
23 May 2026
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These tips are simple for beginner gardeners eager to grow delicious, crunchy cucumbers this summer.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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Opt for the signature Polynesian massage, which mimics soothing wave-like movements from head to toe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The formula includes hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, giving it a soothing, balm-like feel that softens lips overnight.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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The shorter duration of this program, which is the reason weight loss cannot be expected to pay such dividends as out west (where programs spill over a week), is not only extremely pleasant but also still gives you more than enough time to pick up new behaviors and carry them home.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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So, for now, traders can leave their trading desks for a pleasant, long holiday weekend.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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As if holiday poolside lounging (and shopping) couldn’t get any sweeter, so many deals are 60 percent off or more.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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The agency has authorized vaping products from five companies while rejecting millions of other applications, mainly due to the presence of fruit, candy and other sweet flavors that were deemed appealing to kids.—
Matthew Perrone,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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The authors of the study found that, although honesty remains important overall, many individuals actually preferred comforting or reassuring dishonesty over the harsh truth in certain situations.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Sunday Chicken tastes deeply savory and comforting, with the mustard and oregano giving the crispy skin a subtle tang and herbaceous warmth.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
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The overall objective is to educate guests on how to have a sustainable and enjoyable eating plan that continues post-stay—there are optional cooking classes to help establish the ground rules.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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What some of us don’t always love, though, is the less enjoyable, mundane, and time-consuming task of food preparation.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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“Dreamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dreamy. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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