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Recent Examples of canoodle
So close, paparazzi footage of their characters canoodling on set went viral.
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Lisa Respers France, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025
The two share an instant connection, flirting, canoodling in his bohemian studio loft apartment and bantering about their future endeavors.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
But judging by all the on-camera canoodling Kylie and Timothée did, that reapplication didn't last long.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The show features a lot of canoodling and hooking up, which White explained can get a little tricky with an intimacy coordinator only there for one week of filming.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Lisa Respers France, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025
The two share an instant connection, flirting, canoodling in his bohemian studio loft apartment and bantering about their future endeavors.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
But judging by all the on-camera canoodling Kylie and Timothée did, that reapplication didn't last long.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
The show features a lot of canoodling and hooking up, which White explained can get a little tricky with an intimacy coordinator only there for one week of filming.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoodle
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Among the snaps were one of the two cuddling as Tatum planted a kiss on Williams, 25, as well as a Polaroid of the pair goofing off, photos with dogs, the actor lounging in the sun and more.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Another big tell-tale sign is physical touch, like cuddling on the couch together.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Some may even try to intervene, while others may comfort their owners by nuzzling or staying close.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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The carousel includes a polaroid snapshot of the pair kissing, as well as a selfie of Brooklyn nuzzling Nicola’s cheek.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
10 Jan. 2025
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An adorable video posted on Facebook shows the red wolf pups snuggling after making their debut at Zoo Knoxville.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
9 May 2025
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Despite the breakup, the two were snuggling up at the Après Met Gala after-party.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
5 May 2025
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The monologue touches Ellie, who caresses her girlfriend’s face.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
11 May 2025
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Song, not one to be ruled by trends, has found a way to tap into bouclé’s truest original intention: that of softly caressing, thanks to those looped fibers, whoever decides to perch on it.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Miramar, at West 206th Street between Ninth and 10th Avenues, is a mixed-income, mixed-use rental building nestled near the Harlem River in a largely immigrant neighborhood.—
Katherine Marks,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Inside, nestled in soft tissue paper, was a teddy bear made of old clothes.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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Back at headquarters, meet adopted and rescued reptiles such as turtles, iguanas and a 1,000-pound gator named Cannibal, and pet a baby alligator.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
13 May 2025
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During that time, horses can be taken for a walk, petted or given a makeover that includes glittery hoof polish and tail braiding.—
Talia McWright,
Twin Cities,
10 May 2025
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Remove from heat and spoon 2 Tbsp. into each muffin liner.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2025
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To serve, spoon the polenta into a bowl, then ladle the bean tomato sauce over the polenta, and top with pancetta, fresh basil and grated Parmesan.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2025
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Afterward, wash the cleanser off with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.4 Some people with sensitive skin find that cleansing with water in the morning is sufficient, and over-cleansing with products can irritate their skin.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
15 May 2025
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Using paper towels, pat your chicken dry (no need to rinse it first).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
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“Canoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoodle. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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