bear-hugging

present participle of bear-hug

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for bear-hugging
Verb
  • The Giants wide receiver and the heptathlon world champion first went public with their relationship in November 2024, when Hall included a photo of them hugging in an Instagram carousel.
    Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Built with responsive foam cushioning, a taller stack height, and a foot-hugging knit upper, this Clifton 9 model also earned an APMA Seal of Acceptance for promoting good foot health.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Bend your elbow and reach for your right hand, clasping hands together in Cow Face arms.
    Riya Davda, Outside, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Next page, clasping hands with Schweitzer in her satin, white wedding dress with a rose bouquet.
    Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
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“Bear-hugging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bear-hugging. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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