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 At the same time, Iryna also was a notorious homebody who often seemed happiest just spending time with family or curling up on the couch or her bed with her sketchbook. Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2025 Not to mention, fall is the perfect time to invite a few friends over to watch football outside or curl up for an outdoor movie night. Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2025 Throw on a sweater, curl up with a good book by the fire, and sip something spiced. Lanee Lee, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 Cozy sweaters, warm mugs of tea, curling up by the fireplace. Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for curl up
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  • Other shots saw Jenner snapping selfies, Stormi sleeping under a blanket while surrounded by a collection of cuddly toys, including a Labubu, and Aire snuggled under a white blanket in the back of a car.
    Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
  • All snuggled up in these positive vibes?
    Ronnie Li, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
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  • Attach a button or zipper to keep the sleeve closed, or make a sleeve with a foldable top and a clasp to keep your books snug and protected.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
  • 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, 18 Sep. 2025
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  • Meanwhile, the Downtown area (also known as the Rondout District) is nestled right on the banks of the Hudson River.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2025
  • At the heart of Davii’s creative process is the atelier, nestled in the heart of Porto.
    Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025

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