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Recent Examples of curl up
Timmy curled up in a ball and with his owner, Molly Venton.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
From nostalgic classics that shaped a generation to contemporary hits redefining genres, this lineup offers plenty of reasons to curl up and press play.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 28 Aug. 2025
Some areas are already experiencing a seasonal chill in the air, and there are few better ways to commemorate the beginning of autumn than by curling up on the couch to enjoy a movie night or start your annual Gilmore Girls rewatch.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
He was last seen on the video stumbling toward the basement stairs again, and he was found in the February morning curled up in a fetal position at the bottom of the steps without a shirt on.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2025
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
From nostalgic classics that shaped a generation to contemporary hits redefining genres, this lineup offers plenty of reasons to curl up and press play.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 28 Aug. 2025
Some areas are already experiencing a seasonal chill in the air, and there are few better ways to commemorate the beginning of autumn than by curling up on the couch to enjoy a movie night or start your annual Gilmore Girls rewatch.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
He was last seen on the video stumbling toward the basement stairs again, and he was found in the February morning curled up in a fetal position at the bottom of the steps without a shirt on.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 24 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curl up
Verb
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Richard and Alejandra snuggle together in this sweet throwback from 2017.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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For something more relaxed to snuggle in as the temperatures drop, grab this comfy-chic two-piece lounge set that pairs perfectly with a fall candle and your favorite book.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Both were roomy enough that the kiddos could move but snug enough to trap heat.—
Jenny Wiegand,
Outside,
27 Aug. 2025
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For maximum comfort, look for a pair with light to moderate compression, and make sure they’re snug without being too tight.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Quintosapore innovative farming project may be nestled in the verdant and peaceful Umbrian hills, but echoes of Hollywood and Cinecittà are not too distant.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 Sep. 2025
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The hotel is nestled in the Cultural District at 3700 Camp Bowie Blvd.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Curl up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curl%20up. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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