as in hugs
to put one's arms around and press tightly
elated team members bear-hugging everyone in sight
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Edgy and ledgy, the narrow passage hugs the cliff face above the valley floor.—
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Audrey hugs her dad first before giving Barrymore a big hug and introducing herself to the crowd.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Bear-hugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bear-hugs. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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