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as in clinging
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as in watching
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cradling
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Knowing defensive back is a glaring need, especially with the release of Jack Jones, is trading back and grabbing someone like Jahdae Barron while acquiring another second-round pick worth considering?—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025 -
The White Sox, though, had other ideas, grabbing Smith with the first pick of the draft for $100,000.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Navigating the post-holiday period requires a delicate balance of acknowledging the emotional challenges while simultaneously cultivating a positive, proactive mindset that transforms potential workplace anxiety into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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In any event, this is a green light to start cultivating your seeds of intention and manifesting toward a bigger vision.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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Those attending the April 25 event can pick up yard signs, window clings and bumper stickers with the 988 number, according to the press release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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Born and raised in England, Ramsey developed a love for acting early on, entering a drama group at 3 and then attending performing arts school.—
Makena Gera,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This tiny spot has everything needed for relaxation—a pair of Adirondack chairs to lean back and reflect on the day and a tiny table for holding drinks and snacks.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Any incumbent party would have had trouble holding onto the White House.—
Alex Thompson,
Axios,
22 Mar. 2025
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The footage, which has garnered almost 225,000 views, captures a scenario familiar to anyone who has struggled with teaching their dog to reliably come when called.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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The 11-week training program revolves around teaching cooking skills including basic knife skills and culinary techniques, as well as customer service classes and learning point of sales systems.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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The next year, Martin was accused of instructing staffers to regularly delete their emails to prevent them from becoming available to the media or public under the state’s Sunshine Law.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2025
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Whitfield doubles down on his previous orders, instructing the former sheepherder to murder all the Duttons and dump their bodies in the lawless border town.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond.—
Caren Bohan,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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The temptation to simulate human expressiveness through technology only deepens this disconnect, opening the door to manipulation and deceit rather than fostering meaningful connection.—
Sarah A. Bell,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Supreme Court makes ultimate decisions about disciplining judges.—
News Service Of Florida,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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Columbia’s decision to comply with federal demands, including disciplining students and restructuring governance, was framed by the university as a pragmatic step to preserve critical research funding and avoid operational crises[2][3].—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Cradling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cradling. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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