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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
Sunn’s is chef Sunny Lee’s homey take on daily banchan and Korean comfort food.
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Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Earlier this month, the homey hangout was teeming with patrons ordering up burgers, sliders and their signature garlic wings, usually accompanied by a beer or two.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
This 1,200-square-feet spot that was most recently Mere’s will transform into a welcoming, homey wine bar with a backdrop of fresh, shareable food, operated by Alex Bridges and chef Andres Kaifer.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 18 Mar. 2025
The inflatable walls are said to improve insulation, what with their baffles of still air, inspiring the company to create a homey space for wilderness living – summer, spring, fall and winter (or winter, spring, summer and fall for all you James Taylor fans).
—New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2025
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Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Earlier this month, the homey hangout was teeming with patrons ordering up burgers, sliders and their signature garlic wings, usually accompanied by a beer or two.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
This 1,200-square-feet spot that was most recently Mere’s will transform into a welcoming, homey wine bar with a backdrop of fresh, shareable food, operated by Alex Bridges and chef Andres Kaifer.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 18 Mar. 2025
The inflatable walls are said to improve insulation, what with their baffles of still air, inspiring the company to create a homey space for wilderness living – summer, spring, fall and winter (or winter, spring, summer and fall for all you James Taylor fans).
—New Atlas, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for homey
Adjective
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Ford’s shrewd boss, Robert McNamara, was ready to kill the nameplate altogether, facing another homely redesign approved for 1961.—
Raphael Orlove,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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Here too, a bench with drawers (like the one seen here from Reform) provides a practical and homely solution.—
Katharina Schwarze,
Architectural Digest,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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While the towering shoes may seem intimidating, don’t let their large, often chunky heels fool you: PLatform shoes are among the most comfortable heels in any wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Her spaniel, named Jasper, appeared to have snuck into the car and got comfortable on the backseat without her knowing.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The music was a pleasant surprise and big draw for Bacon’s interest, too, but for an actor who has starred in many horror films and series throughout his career, there needed to be something really unique to entice Bacon to The Bondsman.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Software firm Adobe received a less-than-hospitable reception from the community after debuting on fast-growing X alternative Bluesky.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
12 Apr. 2025
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In the South, our houses are all about the exterior charm which sets the tone for the inviting and hospitable interior beyond the front door.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Our space is down to earth, cozy, homelike and comfortable.—
Caroline Tell,
Forbes,
5 Nov. 2021
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The banners hang in the pod common area, which Ms. Tong has made more homelike with huge, plastic rocking chairs, live plants, and a miniature fish tank with blue and red betta fish.—
Francine Kiefer,
The Christian Science Monitor,
18 May 2021
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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homey. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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