as in to snuggle
to lie close kittens cuddling in a basket

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Recent Examples of cuddle The photos of the lovebirds cuddling in a garden (whilst showing off the stunning ring) garnered over 37 million likes. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 18 Sep. 2025 No one mentions Kyle at all, though not hours before, Solène cuddled him in his cabin and kissed him goodnight. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025 This comfy, portable camp chair is practically a pop-up couch that couples can cuddle up on anywhere. Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025 In my case, the prize is cuddling with those grandbabies. Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cuddle
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  • Embrace the definition of hygge by snuggling into a blanket, brewing a hot cup of coffee, and chatting with a friend.
    L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Even adults found solace in snuggling the dog.
    Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Sep. 2025

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“Cuddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuddle. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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