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

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Recent Examples of nuzzle Parham followed this pair – a female and possibly her brother – for a couple of hours across the rocky hillside, quickly framing his image before the male turned to nuzzle the female. Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 26 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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  • In a viral social-media post, a cat owner cuddles up with her feline—and what the kitty does to her face while snuggling melts hearts among viewers.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Currently available in sizes ranging from XS to XL, this organic cotton sweatshirt provides a generous, relaxed fit that’ll channel the sensation of snuggling in your favorite blanket during your travels.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
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  • In a viral social-media post, a cat owner cuddles up with her feline—and what the kitty does to her face while snuggling melts hearts among viewers.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
  • In the first of several messages, Jenner, 70, shared an image of herself and Lawrence cuddling on a bed, acting surprised while reading a book.
    Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 9 Nov. 2025
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  • The Chinese retailer, known for its range of cheap ultra-fast-fashion clothing and criticisms of its labor and environmental practices, is nestled on the sixth floor of a more than century-old building in Paris, a city famous for high-end fashion and a recent green push.
    Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Yet, dedicated foodies are now heading instead to Greenville, a charming city of just more than 70,000 residents, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
    Nevin Martell, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025

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“Nuzzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuzzle. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.

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