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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
My nostalgia, my homey little vice, dissolves into a wake-up call.
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Joseph Trinidad,
Longreads,
16 June 2026
Or consider a trellis- or lattice-style screen, with or without climbing vines, to give off homey garden vibes.
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Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
For those wanting a more homey stay, Mountain View Lodge, set on 10 acres, has comfortable guest cabins with amenities like kitchenettes and private porches.
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Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
But socializing can be replenishing too—especially the kind done in homey comfort.
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Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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Joseph Trinidad,
Longreads,
16 June 2026
Or consider a trellis- or lattice-style screen, with or without climbing vines, to give off homey garden vibes.
—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
For those wanting a more homey stay, Mountain View Lodge, set on 10 acres, has comfortable guest cabins with amenities like kitchenettes and private porches.
—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
But socializing can be replenishing too—especially the kind done in homey comfort.
—
Julie Beck,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homey
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Perhaps the homeliest dish is Karlsson’s ‘genius’ oatmeal porridge.
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L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel This 55-room Oetker Hotel atop the former Olympic ski jump was collaboratively designed by India Madhavi and Joseph Durand, a charming fairytale cottage of cozy corners and homely touches.
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Air conditioning will be keeping millions of Americans safe and comfortable over the holiday weekend as a heat dome brings dangerous conditions to millions.
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Audiences want a quiet, efficient, relaxing, fun, visually engaging, communal experience unavailable at home.
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Patio lights Having warm and inviting outdoor lighting can help set a relaxing evening mood.
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Despite the minimalism and lack of physical controls, the EX30 interior isn’t a bad place to be—Volvo’s interior designers tend to understand the assignment well, and the textures and materials are pleasant to the touch.
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This was a pleasant surprise given the significant worldwide controversy surrounding Huawei’s dominance in constructing 4G infrastructure.
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Be hospitable to the people who think differently from you.
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Native plants like native golden ragwort or switchgrass are not as hospitable.
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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.
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But the intended fix, local homelike centers, hasn't filled the void.
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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homey. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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