as in snuggling
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 curling up
Cozying up in this boucle accent chair will feel like curling up in your favorite throw blanket.
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Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
The straight-leg, trouser-leg design looks more polished than typical yoga pants, and the buttery-soft fabric is stretchy and perfect for curling up on a long flight.
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Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
Because curling up in a ball just doesn’t seem to work.
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Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
The smocked top pairs well with the coordinating wide-leg pants, as well as jeans or slacks, while the relaxed bottoms are perfect for curling up in-flight or throwing on over a bathing suit.
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Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Spend the day canoeing, fishing, playing croquet, or just curling up with a good book.
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Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Like the masses curling up to watch Friends, advertisers are being invited by media companies and streamers to tune into a repeat at next week’s annual upfronts in New York.
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
Best practical Mother’s Day gifts For Moms that love curling up with a good book, this e-reader bundle makes the perfect gift.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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.
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Julia Coin
april 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
The straight-leg, trouser-leg design looks more polished than typical yoga pants, and the buttery-soft fabric is stretchy and perfect for curling up on a long flight.
—
Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
Because curling up in a ball just doesn’t seem to work.
—
Amy Lindgren,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
The smocked top pairs well with the coordinating wide-leg pants, as well as jeans or slacks, while the relaxed bottoms are perfect for curling up in-flight or throwing on over a bathing suit.
—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Spend the day canoeing, fishing, playing croquet, or just curling up with a good book.
—
Jess Hoffert,
Midwest Living,
9 May 2026
Like the masses curling up to watch Friends, advertisers are being invited by media companies and streamers to tune into a repeat at next week’s annual upfronts in New York.
—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
8 May 2026
Best practical Mother’s Day gifts For Moms that love curling up with a good book, this e-reader bundle makes the perfect gift.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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.
—
Julia Coin
april 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling up
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For the next few days, while my toddler felt miserable, he and I were mostly holed up in the room snuggling while the rest of my family got sun-kissed at the beach with their cousins.
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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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Bystander video captured the sound of at least seven shots and showed people crouching and running for cover.
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Bystander video captured the sound of at least seven shots and showed people crouching and running for cover.
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“Curling up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curling%20up. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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