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as in to lodge
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
we had scarcely nestled the children in their beds when there was a knock at the door
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Recent Examples of nestle
Consider this your sign to start growing real Easter grass for the eggs to be nestled within.
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2026
The charming cafe is, as its name suggests, nestled within a garden, providing the perfect backdrop for breakfast.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
The incident marks a rare instance of open turmoil for Jews in Andorra, which is nestled between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
And yet the miles of glorious golden sand – one of the only sandy beaches in Sussex – is undeniably delightful, and just nestled behind the dunes is a splendid hotel, The Gallivant, which proclaims that happiness is a place, right here, in Camber.
—Felicity Capon, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
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Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2026
The charming cafe is, as its name suggests, nestled within a garden, providing the perfect backdrop for breakfast.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
The incident marks a rare instance of open turmoil for Jews in Andorra, which is nestled between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
And yet the miles of glorious golden sand – one of the only sandy beaches in Sussex – is undeniably delightful, and just nestled behind the dunes is a splendid hotel, The Gallivant, which proclaims that happiness is a place, right here, in Camber.
—Felicity Capon, TheWeek, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestle
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When you’re done, ski right to the nearby W Verbier to snuggle up in a room with your very own fireplace.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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The post included photos of the family with their dogs, Katie lying in blankets as both Ellie and Emma snuggle her, and the couple holding a sonogram photo.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
23 Feb. 2026
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They are snug for skiing, skating, snowshoeing, or my walks through the woods and along the rocky coast.—
Anna Fiorentino,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Feb. 2026
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There were six of us in the tent, three couples, snug in our sacks and sleeping like people drugged.—
Doris DeCleene,
Outdoor Life,
25 Feb. 2026
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The most amazing deal, though, is a current weekday package starting at $129 CAD ($95 USD) per person, including lodging with breakfast and a day and a half of skiing.—
Claire Sibonney,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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Travelers should also review travel insurance policies and premium credit card benefits, which may cover meals or lodging for extended delays.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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This ultra-soft fleece blanket is perfect for draping over a sofa for movie nights, cuddling up to on cold mornings, and layering on the bed for extra lightweight warmth.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Feb. 2026
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From greeting us at the door to cuddling beside us on tough days, our pets play a big role in our lives — and our happiness.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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When perched high on the head, the mask could also be worn as a tiara.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The supertall will include a public observation deck perched a head-swimming 850 feet about the ground.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
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The 1974 image featured him nuzzled up to Jackson's face.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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The video shows his two pet dogs, with a mutt named Thunder in the lead, nuzzling open a sliding door to get outside into the yard.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Dec. 2025
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The bankruptcy, a chapter 11 filing that allows a company to reorganize rather than quickly sell off and shutter, would take time for courts and attorneys to settle.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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Knoxville was settled in 1786 and served as a territorial capital before Tennessee gained statehood and joined the union.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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There’s a beach, six spots to park a car, a sign warning about rough water, and a huli-huli chicken stand.—
Lisa Aiken,
Vogue,
23 Feb. 2026
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Since December, Volvo has told EX30 owners in more than a dozen countries including the United States, Australia and Brazil to park away from buildings and cap charging at 70%, according to regulatory filings and the company.—
Marie Mannes,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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