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also homy
as in homely
chiefly US
comfortable or familiar like home
a homey restaurant with a warm fireplace a homey atmosphere
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Recent Examples of homey
Is there anything more homey than listening to the symphony of a rainstorm, snuggling by a crackling fire, and holding a steaming cup of hot cocoa?
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Christina Fang, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Sofas are being brought in to give the place a homey feel.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 13 Oct. 2025
So adults no longer have to squat down uncomfortably, enjoying a homier pooping experience.
—New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2025
Where to stay Most people visit Teotihuacán on a day trip from Mexico City, and Círculo Mexicano is a homey and central place to lay your head after a day visiting the pyramids.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 8 Oct. 2025
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Christina Fang, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Sofas are being brought in to give the place a homey feel.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 13 Oct. 2025
So adults no longer have to squat down uncomfortably, enjoying a homier pooping experience.
—New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2025
Where to stay Most people visit Teotihuacán on a day trip from Mexico City, and Círculo Mexicano is a homey and central place to lay your head after a day visiting the pyramids.
—Sarah Buder, AFAR Media, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homey
Adjective
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With pale, irregular surfaces dotted with black bits of char, the homely slabs aren’t much to look at, but the first bite packs a big smoky punch that only grows with each subsequent chew.—
Robert F. Moss,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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Conjure the homely, heart-warming elements of the season and take inspiration from nature with Taupe 03 Soho Roc House by Lick.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Are the Lions comfortable with the likes of Kayode Awosika, Trystan Colon and perhaps rookie guard Miles Frazier?—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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A lot of these players came from different parts of the country, and their families are comfortable leaving them with us.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
2 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Get ready for a relaxing weekend by giving your home a thorough clean every Friday.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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All three celebs proved how versatile a quarter-zip pullover can be by throwing it on during a relaxing night at home, pairing it with sweatpants for a matching set, and dressing it up with slacks.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Fortunately, there's usually plenty of pleasant autumn days after the first frost to tackle the remaining fall gardening tasks at a more leisurely rate.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Today the Moon in your sign is dancing with fair Venus creating pleasant feelings between you and everyone else.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Repair bare spots in the lawn to make your yard less hospitable for ground-nesting bees.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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The public radio system was not especially hospitable to experimental work.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Adding to the comfortable homelike vibe, almost 100% of the ingredients used in the menu, including naturally leavened breads, cheeses, charcuterie, chocolate, ice cream, pasta, and condiments are produced in-house.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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But the intended fix, local homelike centers, hasn't filled the void.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homey. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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