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as in comfortable
enjoying physical comfort
the cat looked very cozy, all cuddled up in the blankets
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as in snug
providing physical comfort
a coffeehouse with soft, cozy chairs
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Recent Examples of cozy
Such surprises not only refer to the product assortment but also the design pieces Van Noten has selected for the space and that stand out in the cozy, sophisticated environment juxtaposing materials such as polished white marble, travertine and brushed brass elements.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Or layer it with Maison Margiela’s By the Fireplace for cozy winter vibes.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Sep. 2025
However, this doesn’t mean the brain’s two halves always play the close-and-cozy couple.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 19 Sep. 2025
Hundreds of Amazon shoppers give the knit a perfect five-star rating for its cozy fabric, color selections, and fit.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Or layer it with Maison Margiela’s By the Fireplace for cozy winter vibes.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Sep. 2025
However, this doesn’t mean the brain’s two halves always play the close-and-cozy couple.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 19 Sep. 2025
Hundreds of Amazon shoppers give the knit a perfect five-star rating for its cozy fabric, color selections, and fit.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cozy
Adjective
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The plushy Outlast Forever Velvet Pigment continues the tradition but with a comfortable, flexible formula that glides on smooth and dries down matte without drying out your lips.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Aggressive investors comfortable with operational complexity may find the specialized HPC route the most direct and potentially most rewarding exposure to AI expansion.—
Anthony Zhang,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Wear it with a polished pair of pants for an elevated look or pair it with the matching sweater pants to be ultra-snug.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Sep. 2025
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This shoe’s low-profile Dual Li2 dials ratchet up a snug fit, outperforming older BOA systems and even laces.—
The Editors,
Outside,
28 Aug. 2025
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Bateman matched The Truman Show actress in an all black ensemble consisting of dress pants, a blazer and a relaxed fit T-shirt.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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The 100% leather seat and back have just enough slack never to feel too rigid against your back, while the lower-than-average seat height (only 14 inches high) gives off a relaxed and casual vibe.—
Elissa Suh,
Architectural Digest,
17 Sep. 2025
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Athletique There is something edgy yet soft about a funnel-neck in a technical fabric—lean in and pair a wind- and water-resistant shell with trousers and sneakers for a touch of sport, or style it with a pencil skirt and kitten heels for a more feminine feel.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
16 Sep. 2025
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Swift wore Elson 4, the brand’s best-selling blue-red, but the bullet-proof formula comes in 12 beautiful hues ranging from a soft beige peach (Nude Cabaret) to a deep bronzed rose (Flesh 3).—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Cozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cozy. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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