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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a beach resort that is a perfectly dreamy place to relax
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as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
the kind of dreamy music I want after a hard day at work
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Recent Examples of dreamy
Then, Jessica Williams opted for a dreamy white folkloric dress, standing out beautifully against the night’s darker tones.
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 5 Jan. 2026
Simply dab it into the centre of the lips to complete the halo effect—soft, pillowy, and dreamy.
—Hannah Coates, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026
Trendsetters fly north to Lamu; fly-and-flop enthusiasts swarm around Mombasa, but in this sleepy southern sector, a dreamy beach resort has organically evolved.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
This silky, nostalgic, and comforting pudding is a dreamy dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
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While a standard Whiskey Sour is a delightful experience, almost invariably mixed with bourbon and made smooth and unobjectionable with egg white, the Rattlesnake is that same framework but greener.—
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The cozy, historic tavern, complete with working fireplaces, offers a delightful four-course dinner experience, best enjoyed with the Virginia and Tavern wine pairings.—
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Sue Glass Redondo Beach Hope everyone had a nice relaxing offseason.—
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Onboard/Offboard is a series that explores the can't-miss highlights of our favorite cruises—from the shore excursions to book to the spa treatments too relaxing to pass up.—
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Soup Up the Basic Chicken Noodle Stir a few tablespoons into the broth of your standard chicken noodle soup for a delicious Mediterranean spin on a favorite.—
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Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.—
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These are the bad bathroom layouts keeping your space from feeling like a sanctuary, and designers are sharing how to switch things up for a much more soothing space.—
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Warm, soothing, and comforting – chicken soup is really good for the soul.—
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Tuesday is shaping-up to be the nicest weather day this week and possibly the most pleasant day for a while.—
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The wonders of Arenal can be enjoyed year-round, but the weather is significantly more pleasant in the dry season, which typically runs from December to April.—
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In a now-viral TikTok, Shelby Wold, a 32-year-old mom of two, shared her daughter Lenna's sweet reaction to the first kiss she's ever received from her 2-year-old brother Theo.—
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And as a kiss on this bridge would have been nice, the kiss a year later was so much sweeter.—
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When winter settles in and the days grow shorter, there’s something especially comforting about slowing down and staying close to home.—
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This is a comforting meal that is anything but bland.—
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To make these journeys manageable and enjoyable, visitors must rely on local travel platforms which understand (and solve) the logistical challenges.—
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Season 2 is not without enjoyable intrigue, yet never proves worth the risk of opening a closed (literal) book.—
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“Dreamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dreamy. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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