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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
Photo : Teddy Pieper, courtesy of RM Sotheby's The car’s comfortable rear seating for two additional passengers.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
Jimmy Kimmel is momentarily pausing his ascent up Oscars host mountain (Bob Hope still sits comfortable at the top, having hosted the ceremony 19 times), handing over the mic to first-time host Conan O'Brien.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Creating a hygge lighting scheme Hygge light is warm, comfortable, and similar to that emitted by candles (a staple of hygge interiors).
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2025
For Lindor, that growth has entailed becoming comfortable with the latitude and limitations of his job with the Mets.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
Jimmy Kimmel is momentarily pausing his ascent up Oscars host mountain (Bob Hope still sits comfortable at the top, having hosted the ceremony 19 times), handing over the mic to first-time host Conan O'Brien.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Creating a hygge lighting scheme Hygge light is warm, comfortable, and similar to that emitted by candles (a staple of hygge interiors).
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2025
For Lindor, that growth has entailed becoming comfortable with the latitude and limitations of his job with the Mets.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfortable
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In the video, Jean Carlo Leon, a TikTok star and influencer, struts between a series of red rooms dressed alternately in a suit, a snug tank top, chunky leather boot, printed short-sleeve shirt and tailored shorts.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
WWD,
26 Feb. 2025
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For years, my go-to strategy was to cover my head and face with a hoodie, then tie the drawstring closed for a snug feel that also blocks out light.—
Annita Katee,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2025
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As for bags, the Script logo shopper was made in an even lighter, more relaxed shopping bag in an allover calfskin leather, suede or pony skin, while the Flap Bag reinterpreted a classic camera bag in smooth calfskin leather.—
Stephen Garner,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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When cruising at more relaxed speeds, the car soaked up the decidedly rough road surfaces extremely well for a car with such petite dimensions.—
Tim Stevens,
Ars Technica,
3 Mar. 2025
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Squirrels are plentiful when the sun’s out, while rats are a more common sight after dusk.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
26 Feb. 2025
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The cotton fields, which once were plentiful in the area around the ballpark, have been replaced by large distribution centers, including an Amazon facility a mile or so from Goodyear Ballpark.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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That happens sometimes – two people grow apart, and a quality that once was easy to overlook becomes an inflection point.—
Eric Thomas,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Mar. 2025
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None of this is easy to watch for audiences who love animals, even if these unicorns are dark and fairly menacing in their appearance — not to mention perfectly capable of defending themselves.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2025
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With the generous windfall, consider becoming your own boss.—
ESSENCE Lifestyle,
Essence,
5 Mar. 2025
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At 80, Gaines has eyes that are clear and discerning, his generous and direct demeanor giving away his decades-long experience as an educator.—
Meka Boyle,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
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Their emphasis on key soft skill behaviors makes everybody in the organization much better—even the youngest, least experienced employees.—
Bruce Tulgan,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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As for the future, Leopold suggests that soft skills will play a major role.—
Ryan Johnston,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
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While that will probably have to be in the form of a major trade, Briere didn’t shoot down a suggestion that the Flyers, now with an ample amount of salary cap space this coming offseason, could wade into free agency.—
Kevin Kurz,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Spacious toe boxes offer ample space for your feet to sit comfortably without feeling squished, and adjustable straps at the tops of the shoes allow for a snug and secure fit.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2025
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This spacious comedy club is showcasing this year's Academy Awards and offering happy hour all evening.—
Nadia Lopez,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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Tall double doors open into an entry foyer, which flows to a spacious living room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Comfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfortable. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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