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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
The gooey filling paired with tender vanilla cake is a warm and homey combination.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
This reed diffuser combines notes of palo santo, clove, vetiver, and incense for a fresh yet homey essence.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
In Westerly, Shelter Harbor Inn is a white-shingled bed and breakfast with a relaxed, homey feel and a locally beloved restaurant.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
For hearty breakfast fare (especially omelets) at a homey local institution, the Coffee Pot Restaurant is the place to go.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
This reed diffuser combines notes of palo santo, clove, vetiver, and incense for a fresh yet homey essence.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
In Westerly, Shelter Harbor Inn is a white-shingled bed and breakfast with a relaxed, homey feel and a locally beloved restaurant.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
For hearty breakfast fare (especially omelets) at a homey local institution, the Coffee Pot Restaurant is the place to go.
—New York Times, 10 Sep. 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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It’s made of mold- and mildew-resistant acacia wood and comes with plush, colorful cushions that are comfortable and supportive.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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Available in 10 wear-with-anything shades, including black, army green, and brown, the shacket has earned praise from shoppers who call out its high-quality construction and trendy yet comfortable design in their reviews.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Golfers can play a round at the renowned Torrey Pines golf course, and for those looking for a more relaxing experience, a hike through Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve offers incredible coastal views in the last surviving home of the namesake tree in the continental United States.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
25 Oct. 2025
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One of the most relaxing parts of the day is burrowing under your blankets before drifting off to sleep.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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As the mid-Missouri heat and humidity finally subside, any outdoor activity—from the perfect wine picnic to a Katy Trail hike—is much more pleasant.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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As America’s capital of both wine production and pleasant weather, California has any number of towns that capture this experience, each with distinguishing characteristics that suit different types of travelers.—
Justin Goldman,
AFAR Media,
24 Oct. 2025
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Deep in the Amish and Mennonite communities of Ohio and Indiana, the dessert menu at Das Dutchman Essenhaus, a hospitable chain of family-style restaurants, features a pecan pie of grand design.—
Pervaiz Shallwani,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
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Vacherot triumphed 6-3, 6-4, to reach his first ATP final at tour level, moving one match away from capping one of the most extraordinary performances of the year, in the part of the season most hospitable to the unexpected.—
James Hansen,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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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 29 Oct. 2025.
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