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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Come night time, everyone will want to cozy up by the fire pit in this spacious no-grass backyard.
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Back at the property, cozy up by the fireplace in the cooler months, and relish al fresco meals throughout the summer.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
For something heartier, Taste of India is the move — cozy up with a warm curry.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
For something with more spice, Taste of India invites you to cozy up with a warm, hearty curry.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Back at the property, cozy up by the fireplace in the cooler months, and relish al fresco meals throughout the summer.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
For something heartier, Taste of India is the move — cozy up with a warm curry.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
For something with more spice, Taste of India invites you to cozy up with a warm, hearty curry.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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 29 Apr. 2026.
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