Thesaurus results for CURL UP

curl up

verb

Definition of curl up

as in to snuggle

to sit or recline comfortably or cozily I love to curl up in a big chair with a good book

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Recent Examples of curl up Otherwise, this may be a fine time to curl up with a book, binge-watch something on the telly, or cook a yummy meal. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Oct. 2026 Baking with a close friend, decorating at your own pace or curling up with a favorite holiday movie can plant small, tender new memories around old traditions. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Oct. 2026 But she is curled up on a bench outside a hospital, bereft over the death of another man, her dance class partner. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2026 The senior dog was found curled up in Osbornedale State Park by a woman who was walking her own dog, according to Shelton Animal Control. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for curl up

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As the days and nights grow colder, mushroom heaters will come out, and there are blankets for snuggling under the string lights on the patio.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
It’s made from super soft and warm faux fur that’s primed for fall movie marathons snuggled on the couch or in bed.

— Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 31 Oct. 2026

Definition of snuggle

Verb

Two thousand acres, almost seven hundred lots, snug against the Northstar ski area, with views of the Martis Valley and the Sierra Crest.

— Nick Paumgarten, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
The pullover style is easy to put on and take off, while the ribbed material is snug without being constricting.

— Tim Chan, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of snug

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And, to top it all off, the engine’s first home is nestled inside a bonkers one-off Bronco called the Frostwarden.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2026
Bronx Beer Hall is nestled within a larger food hall in the historic Italian neighborhood of Arthur Avenue (please, try the veal).

— Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026

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