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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
In Westerly, Shelter Harbor Inn is a white-shingled bed and breakfast with a relaxed, homey feel and a locally beloved restaurant.
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
This homey dish takes comforting canned tuna to richer, silkier heights.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 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
The country-style restaurant is renowned for its homey atmosphere, which some believe would be ruined by design changes to the location.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025
This homey dish takes comforting canned tuna to richer, silkier heights.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 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
The country-style restaurant is renowned for its homey atmosphere, which some believe would be ruined by design changes to the location.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 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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Smile Dentist Play Set This new Melissa & Doug toy helps kids get comfortable with trips to the dentist through pretend play at home.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Oct. 2025
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Thiaw, aged 24 and capped three times by Germany, is comfortable on the ball, can play in a high line and is good at switching play.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 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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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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Owner and innkeeper John Lavin took over the three-story home, built in 1890, in 2021, and the property continues to charm guests with its creative design, hospitable amenities, and home-away-from-home atmosphere.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, recent increases in overnight temperatures in Texas may have made the region more hospitable to tropical species, which could explain green jays’ expansion north, according to Keitt.—
Amanda Schupak,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 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 8 Oct. 2025.
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