How to Use homey in a Sentence

homey

adjective
  • Something that felt fun and homey, the rest of the team agreed.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 17 Mar. 2020
  • Sofas are being brought in to give the place a homey feel.
    — Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 13 Oct. 2025
  • There’s more to making a place homey than paint and textiles.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Nov. 2025
  • Lighter wood, lots of plants, homey and elegant.
    — Literary Hub, 2 Mar. 2026
  • As in many lobbies, there’s homey decor touches in rooms, too.
    — Washington Post, 29 Jan. 2020
  • Books, plants, and jars fill the shelves that line the walls, creating a homey feel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Wood and stone materials lent an earthy, homey feel to the space.
    — Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2025
  • So, why not bring that homey feeling to your wedding weekend?
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Imagine all the homey, baked appeal of lasagna with the ease of spaghetti.
    — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Bring this aesthetic to your office space for a homey refuge that feels just right.
    — Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2023
  • This homey spot makes big, bold pies that demand attention.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
  • At home, or at a more homey restaurant, it might be served ladled into a bowl.
    — Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 3 Dec. 2023
  • The contrasting textures will make your space feel more homey.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Something with good vibes that felt comfortable and homey.
    — Elizabeth Kiefer, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026
  • To add a homey vibe, start with our roundup of the best Christmas village sets.
    — Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 29 Aug. 2023
  • This hideaway offers 108 square feet of homey style.
    — Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026
  • The onion and garlic give the sauce a bit of texture and a homey quality.
    — Becky Krystal, The Denver Post, 4 July 2019
  • This recipe uses my favorite cast of flavors to create a rich yet homey dish.
    — Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • This homey boutique is a one-stop shop for all things Durango.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • The inside is homey except for the schedule on the kitchen door, which sets out the hours to eat and clean.
    — Lilia Blaise, New York Times, 12 May 2018
  • The tweet that followed turned the squeal into a homey imaginary scene.
    — Wired, 6 Dec. 2019
  • Rooms exude a cozy, homey vibe and have private bay-view verandas.
    — Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2023
  • Her room feels homey, with pink decorations and toys for her youngest daughter.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Oct. 2019
  • The homey eight-room bed-and-breakfast has easy beach access and a private marshside dock.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
  • Every aspect adds to the homey vibe—from the cheery, helpful staff to the simple, bright decor.
    — Susannah Rigg, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2018
  • Cabincore gives the homey feel that comes with bundling up in plush blankets with a hot cider warming up your hands.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Though obviously staged, there's still something homey about the rooms.
    — Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, 13 Nov. 2018
  • My journey started slow, a succulent here and there to make my college dorm feel more homey.
    — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 9 Jan. 2019
  • With a silky, creamy sauce that leans on real whole milk for its body and richness, this feels decadent and homey at the same time.
    — Katie Workman, NBC News, 3 Mar. 2020
  • Whir some beans together to get a homey spread to smear over a good quality loaf of your favorite bread.
    — Kari Sonde, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2019

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