1
as in snug
providing physical comfort
a large, overstuffed chair that is very comfortable
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
make yourself comfortable in the living room while I fix us some snacks
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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
enjoying retirement with a comfortable income
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comfortable circumstances
comfortable shoes
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Recent Examples of comfortable
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Flamingo Lodge is best for campers who want a comfortable retreat at the end of the day.
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Lastly, brush yourself in well and get comfortable.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2025
Smart-home controls throughout the space keep track of energy usage and can adjust accordingly while making sure the residents remain comfortable.
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Cognitive dissonance is about resolving conflicts in information by choosing what is most comfortable.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Lastly, brush yourself in well and get comfortable.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2025
Smart-home controls throughout the space keep track of energy usage and can adjust accordingly while making sure the residents remain comfortable.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2025
Cognitive dissonance is about resolving conflicts in information by choosing what is most comfortable.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfortable
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The luxury e-commerce retailer Net-a-Porter, Cultured magazine and the fashion label Proenza Schouler have also hosted dinner parties and events at Raf’s, where waiters nimbly zigzag among the dining room’s snug 11 tables.—
Laura Neilson,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote With generous interior storage for travel, Briggs & Riley Traveler Tote ($219) has a snug slip-through panel for stacking on a carry-on and a quick-access outside zip compartment for security essentials.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Everyday Ladylike Light-wash barrel jeans from Mother Denim add a relaxed edge to a ladylike sweater set and kitten heels, making the whole look feel cool, not fussy.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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The war isn’t over, but at this writing, mandates have tightened (not relaxed) across major companies like Amazon, AT&T and Boeing.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Color combinations of Masters green — also known as Pantone 342 — and Butter Yellow, the season’s hottest spring shade, have been plentiful.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Apple has long made iPhones in China through contract manufacturer Foxconn due to the country’s cheap, plentiful, and technically skilled labor.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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The proliferation of issue-position groups is made easier by the ability to quickly find and connect with people who share your views via the internet and social media.—
Jen Cole Wright,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
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Finding a great car seat toy can make traveling with a baby much easier and more enjoyable.—
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Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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At the end of every season, Jim had given generous gifts to the cast and crew.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
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Since then, she’s benefitted from the generous and spot-on counsel of dozens of smart people in government, the media, and in other circles.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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All while navigating the final stint on the soft tire for over 20 laps and keeping a surging Lando Norris behind him, not once losing his concentration.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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The women on board could soon be heard whooping in joy as three massive parachutes deployed after about nine minutes into the flight and the capsule made a soft landing two minutes later in the desert, sending up plumes of dust.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
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Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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The bag features ample space to fit essentials like a phone, wallet, a small cosmetics bag, sunglasses, and other must-haves.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2025
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It’s been a long time in coming but the airline is finally set to present its spacious, private business class seats and stunning uniforms that proudly express the country’s Māori culture.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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In the spacious main lobby, an ornate clock dominated the back wall and huge columns surrounded the tellers’ cages.—
Randy Mason,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Comfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfortable. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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