as in to snuggle
to lie close newborn puppies nuzzling against their mother to stay warm

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Recent Examples of nuzzle Sam then picks up Emerald and asks for a cuddle, and the pup happily obliges, nuzzling into Sam's neck and relaxing into the hug. Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025 But why not nuzzle up to the reputation a bit more, Mass Ads? James Folta, Literary Hub, 1 Aug. 2025 The rugged, urban forest that nuzzles the White River in bustling Midtown provides a muzzled respite from its clangorous surroundings. John Tuohy, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 In other snaps, the billionaire was spotted rubbing Sánchez's arms and nuzzling her neck. Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for nuzzle
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  • Embrace the definition of hygge by snuggling into a blanket, brewing a hot cup of coffee, and chatting with a friend.
    L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Even adults found solace in snuggling the dog.
    Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Sep. 2025
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  • Another focused on the couple's wedding rings, while one more showed Gomez, 33, cuddling in bed with Blanco.
    Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
  • Footwear ranged from sexy stilettos to fuzzy slippers, and the bag of choice was soft and furry, perfect for cuddling up after a night out.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 27 Sep. 2025
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  • Meanwhile, the Downtown area (also known as the Rondout District) is nestled right on the banks of the Hudson River.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2025
  • At the heart of Davii’s creative process is the atelier, nestled in the heart of Porto.
    Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Nuzzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuzzle. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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