How to Use cozy in a Sentence

cozy

1 of 2 adjective
  • The room was warm and cozy.
  • I spent a cozy evening reading in front of the fire.
  • We had a cozy dinner with the whole family.
  • He claims that there is a cozy arrangement between the police and the drug dealers.
  • Set the scene for your stay with this cozy home.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 June 2026
  • Keep your feet warm and cozy in the cold with boots.
    — Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
  • That warmth does more than just make a room feel cozy.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 1 May 2026
  • Here are 9 things to do in the cozy alpine town.
    — James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026
  • So cozy—even on a hot summer day.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Settle in at home for a cozy movie night.
    — Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Settle in at home for a cozy movie night.
    — Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Get cozy and make plans to stay at home for the rest of the day.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
  • Sweet and savory, this cozy soup has got it all.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
  • Doc Ponds in Stowe is the cozy one.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Both cozy candles are made with a soy wax blend.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2026
  • There have always been cozy pieces that can do both.
    — Antonio Fuentes, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Nothing makes for a cozy porch quite like warm string lights.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Overnight, her once warm, cozy street felt harsh and hostile.
    — Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
  • This is the perfect warm and cozy meal that tastes like home.
    — Emma Ashe, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Off the main area is a cozy lounge with a stage and seating area.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 1 May 2026
  • Now, get ready to turn on the light, pick up a book, and get cozy in bed.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
  • The cozy nooks freed up floor space and streamlined the look of the room.
    — Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Helping to keep dogs nice and cozy, but the work warms hearts, too.
    — Noel Brennan, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Drape a light throw blanket over a bench for a cozy, lived-in feel.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026
  • This cozy recipe is quick and easy to make, thanks to a sneaky shortcut.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Pair it with a trendy trench coat, long-sleeve maxi dress, or a cozy sweater and jeans.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Pair it with a trendy trench coat, long-sleeve maxi dress, or a cozy sweater and jeans.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Then, keep scrolling to shop more cozy, fall-ready pieces available now.
    — Averi Baudler, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
  • Most of all, find something that fits with your home and is cozy to sit on.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Ready to join me in feeling cute and cozy this winter?
    — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026

cozy

2 of 2 noun
  • Who says cozy can’t feel couture?
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Plus, the collar is lined with a thick fleece to keep your neck cozy.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2025
  • Plus, the collar is lined with a thick fleece to keep your neck cozy.
    — Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
  • Martin is a big fan of choosing a cozy throw to add depth and warmth to a room.
    — Sonja Haller, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2019
  • Help your pet get their best night’s sleep with this cozy and calming cuddler bed.
    — Kami Phillips, CNN Underscored, 17 Sep. 2020
  • Cozy Cool Who says choosing cozy can’t look chic?
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Like any good cozy, the truth is a surprise and the ending is happy.
    — Adam Woog, The Seattle Times, 26 Jan. 2018
  • The sweatpants are just the right amount of cozy without being too loose.
    — Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2021
  • Nosh at the bar or a hightop table, or grab a seat on the cozy back patio.
    — Mary Orlin, The Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2017
  • The room is spare but gemytlig—the Swedish word for cozy and convivial.
    — WSJ, 1 July 2020
  • Or, keep it extra cozy with leggings or sweatpants.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Minute prints, while quaint and cozy, can magnify a room’s tininess.
    — Lauren Joseph, WSJ, 12 Feb. 2022
  • Expect nothing short of warm, inviting, and all-around cozy.
    — Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
  • It is made of 100% cotton to keep the baby cozy.
    — Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Ready in under an hour, this cozy, crowd-pleasing dish is made for busy weeknights.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 21 May 2026
  • The easiest way to make any space cozy and warm is by bringing in layers.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026
  • Who even needs human contact when a robe this cozy also doubles as a hug?
    — Marissa Miller, USA TODAY, 25 Nov. 2020
  • People are going to be watching it in winter, cozy at home.
    — Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Nov. 2025
  • He was recently seen on a beach trip getting cozy with his girlfriend.
    — Fox News, 10 July 2018
  • Bodysuits, t-shirts, and lounge pants are made with a cozy, yet breathable cotton and modal blend.
    — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 Nov. 2021
  • This quick addition can take your morning cold brew from routine to cozy.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
  • To make the season extra cozy, try our favorite towel warmer and space heater.
    — Madison Yauger, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Paired with a simple grey sweater and baggy jeans, the look is casual and oh-so-cozy.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 17 Jan. 2026
  • These elements lend a cozy, lived-in atmosphere to your room.
    — Monique Valeris, ELLE Decor, 17 Aug. 2018
  • Plus, fuzzy is equivalent to cozy, which this pullover sweater delivers in full.
    — Nusrat Sultana, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Make your furry friend’s holiday with this cozy, self-warming pet bed.
    — Jennifer Blair, chicagotribune.com, 12 Dec. 2020
  • But everything—even your favorite comfort food—can be cozy-fied.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025
  • This classic oversized sweater is the epitome of cozy.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
  • For more picks to keep the homebody on your shopping list cozy this year, check out our favorite finds below.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2025
  • Arrange blankets and pillows to make the couch or living room floor extra cozy.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026

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