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Recent Examples of curl up
For me, the start of summer means more backyard barbecues, days at the beach, and nights curled up with soft, lightweight bedding.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
4 June 2026
The couple is known for transforming their small apartment kitchen into a bona fide cafe complete with specialty drinks, featured menu items, and friends gathered around tables or curled up on sofas (or sometimes the floor) with a plate.
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Sarah Everett,
The Spruce,
2 June 2026
Even the cat curled up by the fire seemed to be having a good time.
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Lori Rackl,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
The frightened cat curled up along the shoulder of the freeway when it was seen, according to the Michigan Humane.
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Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Better Homes & Gardens,
4 June 2026
The couple is known for transforming their small apartment kitchen into a bona fide cafe complete with specialty drinks, featured menu items, and friends gathered around tables or curled up on sofas (or sometimes the floor) with a plate.
—
Sarah Everett,
The Spruce,
2 June 2026
Even the cat curled up by the fire seemed to be having a good time.
—
Lori Rackl,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
The frightened cat curled up along the shoulder of the freeway when it was seen, according to the Michigan Humane.
—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curl up
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Kyle wanting to party for the New York marathon (not an excuse to party, but whatevs) and Amanda wants to snuggle on the couch, getting stoned and watching Interior Motives clips on the big TV.
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Alongside her loving words, Hudson posted a snap of the couple sharing a romantic kiss followed by a sweet image of the pair hugging daughter Rani Rose, 7, and an intimate photo of herself and Fujikawa snuggling in bed together wearing white robes.
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They’re snug through the hips and thighs and feature a subtle leg-elongating flare.
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The plush padding inside keeps your feet secure and snug no matter where the day takes you, while the suede-leather duo offers a striking look while running daily errands.
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His container home, nestled in the countryside near Lille in northern France, embodies this innovative spirit.
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Bennett, who turned 2 on May 8, channeled his father during the Masters Tournament’s Par 3 Contest in April, toting a toy golf club on the course while little brother Remy, born March 27, nestled up against Meredith, 30.
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“Curl up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curl%20up. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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