cuddled

Definition of cuddlednext
past tense of cuddle
as in snuggled
to lie close kittens cuddling in a basket

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Recent Examples of cuddled Silas cuddled his dad in a sweet black-and-white snap. Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026 There’s no better way to end your day than cuddled around a fire with a glass of bourbon at Leipers Fork Distillery. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026 The various posts include photos of the duo cuddled up, enjoying romantic outings and traveling. Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuddled
snuggled
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  • Both elements are crucial for an expert couch-napper like me, who appreciates being snuggled without the risk of overheating.
    Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The adorable snapshot shows Alanis snuggled against her mother’s chest while her parents and the couple’s 4-year-old son, Axel, gently rest their hands on her back.
    Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2026

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“Cuddled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuddled. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.

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