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
On cold winter nights, there’s nothing quite like curling up with your toasty electric blanket and a cup of hot tea.
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Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
This Fuzzy Hygge coloring book, $10, is filled with blank coloring pages featuring adorable furry pals partaking in cozy activities, like curling up in front of a fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
There are few things better than curling up in a comfy corner of your house with a good book.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 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
They’re structured enough to look put-together for brunch, but flexible enough for curling up on the couch.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
And Hutcherson’s charmingly low-key Dylan serves as a foil to the others, a reminder that even in LA some young adults prefer curling up with a Ken Burns documentary to partying with celebs.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 4 Feb. 2026
This Fuzzy Hygge coloring book, $10, is filled with blank coloring pages featuring adorable furry pals partaking in cozy activities, like curling up in front of a fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
There are few things better than curling up in a comfy corner of your house with a good book.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 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
They’re structured enough to look put-together for brunch, but flexible enough for curling up on the couch.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
And Hutcherson’s charmingly low-key Dylan serves as a foil to the others, a reminder that even in LA some young adults prefer curling up with a Ken Burns documentary to partying with celebs.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling up
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Ultimately, the weekend winter storm can provide one more reason to relax indoors by snuggling with your pets.—
Jen Reeder,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The two can be seen sharing kisses, showering and snuggling up — all in their skivvies.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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According to the outlet, a witness claimed a group of people saw the snow leopard crouching from a distance.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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State wildlife officials on Thursday said a mountain lion cub with an injured paw that was captured after being spotted crouching in the middle of a Castaic roadway is on the mend.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Curling up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curling%20up. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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