as in to snuggle
to lie close kittens cuddling in a basket

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Recent Examples of cuddle Plushies: Dinosaur plushies are popular for younger kids who wish to cuddle with them at naptime or bedtime; some can double as pillows. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2025 The post features a photo of Manganiello, 48, and O'Connor, 36, cuddling up for a sweet selfie with their dog, a chihuahua named Bubbles. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025 Martin channels Eve from the Old Testament, cuddling up to a big white snake and striking various poses, apple in hand, for the photographer Ryan McGinley. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025 Bookish Gifts There’s nothing better than cuddling up with a good book. Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cuddle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuddle
snuggle
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  • Gemma, a clouded leopard, was born in August was once snuggling a lamp plush and bottle feeding on milk.
    Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Nov. 2025
  • The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025

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“Cuddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuddle. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

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