nestle

Definition of nestlenext
1
as in to snuggle
to lie close nestled in next to the other kittens in the box

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2
as in to snug
to sit or recline comfortably or cozily nestling with her children on the couch

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3
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 Newhall/Santa Clarita Towsley Canyon in Newhall, nestled in the Santa Susana Mountains just off the Golden State Freeway, and Placerita Canyon State Park, situated between the San Gabriel Mountains and Mojave Desert, are reliable spots to see California poppies and other common annuals. Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026 The property, nestled in Grapevine’s rolling hills, has reopened in phases since October. Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026 Or for an even quieter ambience, visit Higher Grounds Cafe, which is affiliated with Manolo’s Bakery and nestled peacefully in the Myers Park United Methodist Church, whose gothic architecture from 1929 transports you to the Duke or Oxford university campuses, if even for a minute. Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026 This year, nestled into its new home at LACMA, our ultra-exclusive celebration didn't disappoint. Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nestle
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  • All three sleep with Doug and Laurie, snuggling through the night.
    Dan Pompei, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
  • So Henry began life by snuggling with Tom, a toy about the size of an iPhone.
    KYLE MELNICK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 15 Mar. 2026
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  • This cocoon is super-protective, and the fleas stay safe and snug inside for up to four months, says Benson.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Cara found us in a big armchair at the edge of the party — José and I snug together while 30-some people mingled, drinks in hand.
    Gali Kronenberg, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
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  • The various defendants in that lawsuit, who failed to convince Dallas County District Judge Emily Tobolowsky to dismiss the claims against them, have lodged five appeals so far.
    Michelle Casady, Dallas Morning News, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Black rain forms when soot and chemicals combine with water; microscopic particles can lodge in lungs and bloodstream, raising risks of heart and breathing problems.
    Tammy Webber, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
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  • Meanwhile, Chalamet and Jenner gabbed with surrounding guests, while cuddling together in their seats.
    Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Kylie Jenner, who opted out of walking the Oscars' red carpet with boyfriend and nominee Timothée Chalamet, cuddled up to the actor while walking the VF silver carpet.
    Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
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  • But both clubs could end those funks and in convincing fashion, since both sit perched atop their respective divisions presently.
    Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
  • There are many Lulu & Georgia moments to admire in Mandy Moore’s Altadena home, courtesy of designer Sarah Sherman Samuel, from her bedside nightstands to the wicker chaise loungers perched poolside.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2026
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  • In the end, an Australian photographer claimed the top prize for capturing a tender moment of elephant seal pups nuzzling in a rockpool.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
  • The 1974 image featured him nuzzled up to Jackson's face.
    Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
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  • After the overnight speculative panic from a fortnight ago that shot oil prices across the board to nearly $120 per barrel in the early premarket trading hours of March 9, oil prices quickly settled back down to $100.
    Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
  • After admittedly chasing stats, which led to some early-season struggles, Simmons settled into the defensive end possession and blossomed into one of the SEC’s most prolific sack masters.
    Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
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  • Patrons can park behind the boutique.
    Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
  • All draw overflow crowds, forcing people to park in surrounding neighborhoods and the already congested Corinne Drive.
    Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026

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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.

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