curl up
verb
curled up; curling up; curls up
: to arrange oneself in or as if in a ball or curl
curl up by the fire
curl up with a good book
Examples of curl up in a Sentence
I love to curl up in a big chair with a book.
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The versatile, ultra-soft bottoms are made with a light and breathable material that’s ideal for running errands, heading to the gym, and curling up on the couch.
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Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
From bridges that breathe fire to structures that curl up like living organisms, here’s a look at the top 7 most incredible and futuristic bridges in the world that demonstrate how engineering isn’t just about utility, but also carving designs that evoke wonder in human minds.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
The man with the gray shirt was thrown on the ground with six men punching and kicking him until he was captured curling up in the fetal position.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Adriana James-Rodil, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Nara announced the cute name in a post on her Instagram showing little Fawnie curled up in soft blankets, along with a video clip squeezing her tiny hand.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 14 Oct. 2025
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Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
From bridges that breathe fire to structures that curl up like living organisms, here’s a look at the top 7 most incredible and futuristic bridges in the world that demonstrate how engineering isn’t just about utility, but also carving designs that evoke wonder in human minds.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
The man with the gray shirt was thrown on the ground with six men punching and kicking him until he was captured curling up in the fetal position.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Adriana James-Rodil, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Nara announced the cute name in a post on her Instagram showing little Fawnie curled up in soft blankets, along with a video clip squeezing her tiny hand.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for curl up
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“Curl up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curl%20up. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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