nestle

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 The video shows Beni, a golden colored dog, sweetly nestled in bed whilst wagging his tail. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025 Pitt’s home is nestled in a wealthy enclave of Los Feliz – a neighborhood that borders Griffith Park, which is one of the city’s most famous parks. Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 26 June 2025 O’Neill Regional Park is approximately 4,500 acres nestled in the wooded Trabuco and Live Oak canyons, offering more than 23 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding. Mark Rightmire, Oc Register, 25 June 2025 The Fletcher Creek bridge ranks among the state's most photogenic, nestled among forested terrain. Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for nestle
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  • In the photo, Stormi was wearing black shades and snuggling with a toy puppy and a baby blue tiny Chanel purse on her lap.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 26 June 2025
  • For the first time since being adopted, Norman snuggled with Craddick's husband.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 June 2025
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  • Speakeasy meets Southwest in this high-ceilinged lounge snugged away behind Valentine restaurant in Phoenix’s Melrose neighborhood.
    Felicia Campbell, AZCentral.com, 22 Apr. 2021
  • Move off-road, and an adaptive air suspension can hoist the R1S to a Hummer-esque 37.8 centimeters of ground clearance, enough for leisurely dips in 1.1-meter-deep water; its 149-kWh battery snugged in carbon fiber, aluminum and high-strength steel.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • According to the Better Business Bureau, 98 complaints have been lodged against Wheel Blockers in the past three years.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2025
  • United has reportedly lodged more than one offer to sign Mbuemo with the latest reporting stating a bid of over $70m was made.
    Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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  • Erotic touching, cuddling and massage are wonderful.
    Liz McNeil, People.com, 7 July 2025
  • From left: Woodhouse poses while pregnant; and cuddles her healthy baby.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
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  • The property has a private feel, featuring just 28 standalone villas, similar to the over-water Maldives bungalows, but these are perched in the jungle.
    Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 July 2025
  • Bitter End’s pair of two-story Marina Lofts are perched above the water’s edge.
    Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
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  • These fan-favorite Tommy Bahama sheets are so soft, comfortable, and cozy that, according to one five-star Amazon reviewer, nuzzling in them feels like sleeping over at grandma’s.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
  • Alice's story was shared to Barking Mad Dog Rescue's Facebook page, along with a video showing the sweet pup nuzzling up to her rescuer, now safe from all harm.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 May 2025
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  • The Yellow Jackets settled for 7-6 a year ago with three of the losses to Louisville, Notre Dame and the unforgettable double-OT affair at Georgia.
    Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Crandall is a sixth-generation rancher, who’s tending to land that was originally settled by his ancestors in the 1850s—but is thinking proactively about technology in 2025.
    Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 1 July 2025
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  • Slide outs can only be used when the bus is parked.
    Pam Windsor, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
  • Amtrak has begun charging customers to park at its popular station on North Tryon Street, where parking got so busy in recent times that people parked cars on the grass.
    Sydney Sasser July 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2025

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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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