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
This has a similar curved design, and the chenille-like fabric lends this a coziness for kicking back and curling up.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 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
With a secluded private garden and a Jacuzzi pool, this inn boasts a renowned breakfast and cozy common areas, perfect for curling up with a good book.
—Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
On cold winter nights, there’s nothing quite like curling up with your toasty electric blanket and a cup of hot tea.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
Inside, there’s a chic private theater with oversized couches for curling up during movies.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2026
Reading Nooks Whether they are used for reading, curling up to scroll on your phone, or sitting with a laptop to binge your favorite new show, reading nooks are a popular trend for 2026.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
Perfect for draping over an accent chair, layering on the bed during cold nights, and curling up for movie marathons, the fluffy blanket is skin-friendly, hypoallergenic, and 100% machine washable for breezy care.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 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
With a secluded private garden and a Jacuzzi pool, this inn boasts a renowned breakfast and cozy common areas, perfect for curling up with a good book.
—Linnea Bailey, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
On cold winter nights, there’s nothing quite like curling up with your toasty electric blanket and a cup of hot tea.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
Inside, there’s a chic private theater with oversized couches for curling up during movies.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2026
Reading Nooks Whether they are used for reading, curling up to scroll on your phone, or sitting with a laptop to binge your favorite new show, reading nooks are a popular trend for 2026.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
Perfect for draping over an accent chair, layering on the bed during cold nights, and curling up for movie marathons, the fluffy blanket is skin-friendly, hypoallergenic, and 100% machine washable for breezy care.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling up
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Records of this meeting clearly indicate that each of these was in dire need of snuggling, as well as Cabinet-level scratches underneath its ears.—
Daniel Engber,
The Atlantic,
22 Feb. 2026
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Bedsure GentleSoft Fleece Blanket There’s nothing quite like snuggling under a cozy blanket during chilly weather.—
Brittany VanDerBill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Feb. 2026
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There’s nothing quite as humbling as crouching next to a random airport outlet.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Mar. 2026
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The 6-foot-3 Blackmon is crouching down to greet Mabel, who stood about 4-foot-7.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Curling up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curling%20up. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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