cozy up
verb
cozied up; cozying up; cozies up
: to attain or try to attain familiarity, friendship, or intimacy : ingratiate oneself
cozying up to the boss
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The salad goes in the middle of the table like a centerpiece, and my partner and I cozy up, casually eating with our fingers.
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Elazar Sontag, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2025
Draped in velvet curtains and exuding speakeasy vibes, this is the place to cozy up and listen to jazz while sipping cocktails.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2025
Millie Sky/Gold Runner Rug Create a welcoming entryway or cozy up your kitchen with this runner rug.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
After a day of hiking in the White Mountains, cozy up around the fireplace in your room.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
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Elazar Sontag, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2025
Draped in velvet curtains and exuding speakeasy vibes, this is the place to cozy up and listen to jazz while sipping cocktails.
—Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2025
Millie Sky/Gold Runner Rug Create a welcoming entryway or cozy up your kitchen with this runner rug.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
After a day of hiking in the White Mountains, cozy up around the fireplace in your room.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cozy up
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“Cozy up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cozy%20up. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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