cushier; cushiest
: entailing little hardship or difficulty
a cushy job with a high salary
Examples of cushy in a Sentence
His uncle got him a cushy job in the city government.
a big cushy chair that's perfect for watching television
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Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Robert's journey didn't start in a cushy corner office or fancy boardroom.
—Renae Gregoire, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The foam is less cushy than other Hoka styles, so runners who like a firmer feel underfoot will appreciate this pair.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
According to shoppers, the footbed is cushy and comfortable.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Cushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cushy. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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