hugging

present participle of hug

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hugging
grabbing
Verb
  • Knowing defensive back is a glaring need, especially with the release of Jack Jones, is trading back and grabbing someone like Jahdae Barron while acquiring another second-round pick worth considering?
    Vic Tafur, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Miley has taken a leaner approach the past few years, only grabbing one jersey and leaving the rest in his locker for the clubhouse workers to donate or disperse.
    Brittany Ghiroli, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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“Hugging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hugging. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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