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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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Recent Examples of dreamy Originally released in 1998, Moon Safari was a landmark record in the downtempo and electronic space, praised for its lush textures, cinematic instrumentation and dreamy atmosphere. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 3 Apr. 2025 Flowing layers with body and lots of volume have a dreamy blowout look that never goes out of style. Jessica Fields, Essence, 2 Apr. 2025 Our interstellar neighbors will bedazzle the night skies throughout the next few weeks, from moon-planet meetups in early April to a dreamy planet-moon pyramid just before May. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025 Bohemian Nights Turn your backyard into a dreamy escape with a Bohemian Nights party, Correale suggests. Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dreamy
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  • The good news is that the mechanicals are robust, and those parts are plentiful, so apart from rust and the challenge of obtaining trim and pieces unique to the model (serious enthusiasts may want to buy a second Scorpion to cannibalize), these are really delightful cars.
    Robert Ross, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2025
  • So goes a single day with Doctor Odyssey, a cross between The Love Boat and ER filtered through the lunatic mind of Ryan Murphy and the nuttiest, most delightful new series in a minute.
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2025
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  • Enjoy a delicious lunch, fabulous raffle and listen to New York TImes bestselling author Sarah Penner discuss her new book The Amalfi Curse.Visit www.libraryguildrsf.org or call 858-756-4780 to register.
    Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Makhani and Punjabi curry were absolutely delicious.
    Andrew King, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
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  • Known for its soothing properties, the star ingredient, centella asiatica is great for those with rosacea to strengthen the skin barrier.
    Rosa Jisoo Pyo, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The moisturizing strip heats up, providing soothing warmth, much in the same way a hot towel softens the skin.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
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  • Some images are pleasant, while others are painful and heart-wrenching to produce.
    The Pham, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.
    Helen Iatrou, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025
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  • Its vibrant orange, red, and yellow frosting was beautifully adorned with tiny vine tomatoes, creating a vision of a sweet summer garden.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Turns out the broadcasters left out a rather sweet nugget of information.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025
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  • In this chicken noodle casserole, the pasta is perfectly cooked and creamy, with bits of chicken adding a nice bite and different texture.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The physical edition even includes a full-color manual like the good old days, which is a nice touch.
    David Jagneaux, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Saltz: Lorazepam is in the class of medications called benzodiazepines, which is a depressant, and also sometimes referred to as a sedative hypnotic medication.
    Ben Tinker, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2025
  • An unusual — and hypnotic — event is taking place at a lake in Northern California.
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
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  • This is an excellent way to incorporate more texture and character into your kitchen organization that's pleasing to the eye.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Gerry’s option to buy the Sportatorium is conditional on his making the behemoth pleasing to the eye, improving the appearance of the building, the parking lot and the landscaping, Hollander said.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Dreamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dreamy. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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