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Recent Examples of curl up
Trained Therapy Dogs With an Instinct for Comfort For longtime followers of Golden Retriever Life, photos of Ellie and Emma curled up protectively around Katie are no surprise.
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026
This mist reminds me of being freshly showered and curled up under layers of blankets—the perfect antidote to freezing temperatures outside.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
Make a Place to Lounge With the addition of proper insulation and air-conditioning, the former attic was made over into a family room for movie watching, drum practice, and simply curling up with a good book (or potential screenplay).
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
That’s a lot of love padding across living rooms, curling up on pillows and waiting patiently by the door.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026
This mist reminds me of being freshly showered and curled up under layers of blankets—the perfect antidote to freezing temperatures outside.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
Make a Place to Lounge With the addition of proper insulation and air-conditioning, the former attic was made over into a family room for movie watching, drum practice, and simply curling up with a good book (or potential screenplay).
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
That’s a lot of love padding across living rooms, curling up on pillows and waiting patiently by the door.
—Cathy M. Rosenthal, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curl up
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As the class progresses and people generate body heat, the cold-blooded friends take advantage of it, snuggling closer.—
Deena Prichep,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
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From the cozy-chic bar and its expansive patio to the rocking chairs facing a semi-secret, open-air fireplace snuggled next to a gurgling waterfall, serenity permeates the property.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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This cocoon is super-protective, and the fleas stay safe and snug inside for up to four months, says Benson.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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Cara found us in a big armchair at the edge of the party — José and I snug together while 30-some people mingled, drinks in hand.—
Gali Kronenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Los Callejones, may be nestled in the Fashion District but the place has its own DNA, unpretentious with its kaleidoscope of items to buy, from scented oils to lingerie to work uniforms.—
Lilliam Rivera,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Classical busts and sculptures are nestled into cubbies in the wall, and every table is lit with candles.—
Chelsea Brasted,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Curl up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curl%20up. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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