CODDLES Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

coddles

verb

present tense third-person singular of coddle

as in boils

to cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam a hearty, traditional breakfast that included coddled eggs

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to treat with great or excessive care accused the judiciary of coddling criminals

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Recent Examples of coddles Posing feet-up on a Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for his photoshoot, Schrieber actually coddles a hen on his lap. — Tanya Fevzi, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026 While Tony coddles his own bruised ego, there is clearly a greater reason for the cruel hijinks, which comes in the form of some significant cash. — David John Chávez, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026 Some will argue that focusing on these issues coddles skeptics and slows necessary transformation. — Ajay Pundhir, Forbes.com, 5 Feb. 2026

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The second a Verizon worker mentions adding a screen protector, my blood boils.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
There’s an untamed rage that constantly boils underneath his surface.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of boils

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And what else simmers beneath the surface in this tense family drama?

— Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
The Differences Between Instant Pot and Slow Cooker A slow cooker is a countertop appliance that simmers ingredients in a pot at a low temperature for an extended period.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2026

Definition of simmers

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Professional patient Argan indulges his every ailment, and schemes to marry off his daughter to a doctor to save on medical bills.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2026
Lee indulges that emotional ambiguity, the way the pedal steel can blur the distinction between a frown and a smile.

— Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 20 July 2026

Definition of indulges

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At the family estate, Sybylla, who nurses inchoate hopes of becoming a writer, is to be remade into a suitable wife.

— Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2026
Ultimately, Etna’s closest bond is with the itinerant medic Hong who nurses his emaciated, shrapnel-scarred body.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of nurses

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The Old Riverton Post Guesthouse Loft, in an 1860s-era building, pampers travelers with two bedrooms, a full kitchen, dining room, and balcony, all decorated in vintage style and Route 66 touches.

— Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Infused with the brand’s signature scent—a warm, sophisticated blend of amber, musk, and florals—this shampoo not only cleanses but also pampers the senses.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025

Definition of pampers

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Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026
For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.

— Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026

Definition of pleases

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Each new piece was crafted to be simple, functional, and beautiful, giving parents peace of mind and babies a nurturing space to grow.

— Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
Hummers are the smallest and lightest of birds, some weighing no more than a coin, some babies the size of a bean.

— Kate Siber, Outside, 21 Oct. 2025

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