NUZZLED Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

nuzzled

verb

past tense of nuzzle

as in snuggled

to lie close newborn puppies nuzzling against their mother to stay warm

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Recent Examples of nuzzled The actress nuzzled up next to her husband at the 2017 premiere of Colossal. — Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026 Lopez nuzzled her face into Emme's as the pair smiled while seated at a dining table. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 26 May 2026 On a recent visit, Amber nuzzled in a bed of straw, as a talk radio station kept her company. — Kansas City Star, 10 May 2026 Chip whined and nuzzled at my hand. — Joel M. Vance, Outdoor Life, 29 Oct. 2025 Cali’s husband murmured beside her, nuzzled into her elbow. — Bryan Washington, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025

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On board, energize with yoga on deck, or catch a Movie Under the Stars® snuggled up in a blanket with popcorn.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
Late in her pregnancy with Caiden, Lochte went alone to a friend’s wedding — and soon her phone was lighting up with photos of him snuggled up to another woman.

— Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of snuggled

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Here, a soaking tub is nestled between split vanities, and an arched golden door leads into the marble shower.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
The two-day event gave attendees a choice of main stage concerts, storytelling, mini-concerts and jam sessions on stages nestled on the north end of the park.

— Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

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