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
Great for running errands, chilling on the couch, or curling up on a redeye flight, this sporty set can do it all.
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Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Just picture curling up in this cushy swivel armchair while catching up on your latest book.
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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
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
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Just picture curling up in this cushy swivel armchair while catching up on your latest book.
—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Cozying up in this boucle accent chair will feel like curling up in your favorite throw blanket.
—
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling up
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Both this percale comforter and linen quilt would be perfect for staying cozy yet cool in warm weather, while the snowflake sheet set will add some wintry whimsy that kids will love snuggling into.
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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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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 6 Jul. 2026.
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