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
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.
—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
The extra-wide seat is perfect for curling up or stretching out, and sleek barrel-style arms add a cozy touch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2026
This has a similar curved design, and the chenille-like fabric lends this a coziness for kicking back and curling up.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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
The extra-wide seat is perfect for curling up or stretching out, and sleek barrel-style arms add a cozy touch.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2026
This has a similar curved design, and the chenille-like fabric lends this a coziness for kicking back and curling up.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling up
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Place reserved lemon slices in pairs on grate, snuggling up against each other.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2026
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Suzette loves playing with feather toys and balls and snuggling in blankets.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
23 May 2026
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Social media video showed dozens of terrified elementary schoolchildren crouching down outdoors as the ground beneath them swayed violently in the province of Davao Occidental.—
Kathleen Magramo,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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By Tuesday night, his livestream captured through a window in the building a woman rocking back and forth before crouching further down below the window.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 June 2026
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“Curling up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curling%20up. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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