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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
Inside each one nestled a kiwi, including the 250th bird relocated to Wellington since the Capital Kiwi Project began.
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Now, it’s ultimately destined to be just another thumbnail on a streamer, algorithmically nestled between a NatGeo doc on penguins and either a Star Wars or a Marvel franchise entry.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
The campsites are nestled in a shady valley about a half-mile walk from the ferry port.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Prince William is seen petting their black cocker spaniel Orla, while a brown puppy (whose name has not yet been publicly revealed) is nestled near the heir's head.
—Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Now, it’s ultimately destined to be just another thumbnail on a streamer, algorithmically nestled between a NatGeo doc on penguins and either a Star Wars or a Marvel franchise entry.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
The campsites are nestled in a shady valley about a half-mile walk from the ferry port.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Prince William is seen petting their black cocker spaniel Orla, while a brown puppy (whose name has not yet been publicly revealed) is nestled near the heir's head.
—Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestle
Verb
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People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.—
Jonel Aleccia,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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This year’s Miami Grand Prix has been more of a logistical miracle than any other year because its spot on the Hard Rock Stadium calendar is snuggled tightly between the Miami Open tennis tournament and World Cup soccer.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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This simple, timeless piece flaunts a higher neckline and snug fit that falls to the hips, and it can be worn to the gym, or paired with capris, flowy shorts, or the Adidas Originals Essentials 3-stripes Woven Parachute Pants for a streetwear approach to your travel style.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sienna comes home On March 23 a picture popped up in the Illinois group text message – Sienna looking up at the camera, snug in her yellow jammies.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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According to the Department of Homeland Security, ICE has already lodged a detainer request to keep Tortolero-Arriechi in custody — a request that now hangs in the balance in a state that has repeatedly clashed with federal immigration enforcement.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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In January 2025, Scott lodged a complaint about Ghoreishi and Khorsand with the Rhode Island Department of Health accusing them of Munchausen syndrome by proxy (now formally known as factitious disorder imposed on another) against both his wife and daughter.—
Juliet Pennington,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Ripa and Consuelos do not cuddle through the night.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2026
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In the couple's joint Instagram post announcing their daughter's birth, they are seen cuddling in Kuch's hospital bed, cradling their newborn.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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Grab drinks at the hotel’s Sparrow Rooftop bar perched high above the busy street or swim in the pool at the same altitude.—
India Amos,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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The primary is accompanied by a serene white bathroom, with a soaking tub perched below a window overlooking the grounds.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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On a recent visit, Amber nuzzled in a bed of straw, as a talk radio station kept her company.—
Eric Adler
April 26,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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This week will further encourage you to nest and nuzzle up at home.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Let what surfaces settle before making your next move.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Moses could put his real game face on and settle into his pre-race routine—even if a bit rushed—to get Pal in the zone, and then send him off into the Valley of Roses to pick up his jockey, then on to the starting gate.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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Don't park in the middle of the aisle.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Fans can park at the nearby American Dream Mall for $225 for one spot for each game.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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