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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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On June 15, 2004, Manchester escaped from Brown Creek Correctional Institution by clinging to the undercarriage of a truck, per The Charlotte Observer.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025 -
Think of it as a sleek and uncomfortable time capsule of the past half decade of #MeToo discourse, or as a character study of flawed intellectuals desperately attempting to perform their values while clinging to the facade of their respective identities.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
Refinery29,
10 Oct. 2025
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Tambyah says scientists are closely watching the evolution of H5 and H7 or H9, subtypes of influenza A virus, in birds and animals.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
10 Oct. 2025
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My favorite place to enjoy them is Louis Cafe, where they’re tossed with parsley, onion, and red peppers—ideal for nibbling while people-watching and soaking up the live jazz that gives this new-school kafeneio, or café, its charm.—
Katherine Whittaker,
Saveur,
9 Oct. 2025
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Before grabbing a host of amendments at the nursery, however, do a soil test through your local extension service to see what your garden actually needs.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
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Wear them now with blouses and T-shirts when visiting a pumpkin patch or grabbing dinner with friends.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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The festival also spotlights the next generation of homegrown talent through initiatives like FANN, Sharjah’s youth media academy dedicated to nurturing young creators across film, photography and digital arts.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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In addition to shaping Abbey Road’s sound, Kid Harpoon will also take part in the nearly century-old studio’s free education programs aimed at nurturing the next generation of artists and producers via panels and workshops.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
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Bend your elbow and reach for your right hand, clasping hands together in Cow Face arms.—
Riya Davda,
Outside,
5 Oct. 2025
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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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The science—or art—of cultivating beneficial attitudes and habits amid prodigious privilege is nascent.—
Christina Binkley,
Robb Report,
11 Oct. 2025
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There is a focus on the other side of motorsports, where students learn skills such as marketing and public relations, social media, cultivating sponsorships, setting and managing a budget, and finding ways to generate revenue to help fund the program.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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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
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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
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Nearly 1,200 people were killed, mostly Israeli civilians, including many attending a weekend music festival.—
Greg Myre,
NPR,
9 Oct. 2025
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Word had yet to reach those attending the event in the early hours of the evening, as the carpet carried on as usual.—
Leigh Nordstrom,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Cradling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cradling. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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