nuzzles

Definition of nuzzlesnext
present tense third-person singular of nuzzle
as in snuggles
to lie close newborn puppies nuzzling against their mother to stay warm

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Recent Examples of nuzzles Andrew Mackay/Facebook At the end of the video, Mackay can be seen standing on the doorway, surveying the damage, as one of the dogs nuzzles him. CBS News, 10 Dec. 2025
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Verb
  • For couch snuggles, a plush, fuzzy blanket was a must.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2025
  • After all, anything that cuts down on errands and saves your energy can free up time for sleep, precious time for baby snuggles, or a moment to yourself.
    Emily Glover, Parents, 9 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Boasting a playful curved lip that fits neatly in your palm and elegantly nestles one after the other in a stack, these wavy plates are an exceptionally sculptural way to set the table.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Many creative platers like to cut a circular hole out of their bread loaf, which the butter candle then nestles inside.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • There will be laughter and cuddles.
    Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
  • Start your new year with love, cuddles and wagging tails!
    Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 22 Dec. 2025

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“Nuzzles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuzzles. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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