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as in tidy
being clean and in good order
a snug military cadet in dress uniform
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a snug cottage that's the perfect retreat for a rustic vacation
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
while snug in our warm beds, we listened to the winter storm raging outside
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
make sure that all screws and nuts in the shelving unit are snug
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as in safe
providing safety
yachtsmen looking for a snug harbor in which to anchor for the night
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Recent Examples of snug
Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
House plants are also peppered throughout the space, and the Simmons mattresses are there to ensure guests have the snuggest sleep possible.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
Doris Decleene, Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2026
But some indoor plants do better snug in their pots; being a little root-bound is conducive to their growth and flowering.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
However, the width is slightly snug and some heel rubbing may occur.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
House plants are also peppered throughout the space, and the Simmons mattresses are there to ensure guests have the snuggest sleep possible.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2025
Verb
There were six of us in the tent, three couples, snug in our sacks and sleeping like people drugged.
—Doris Decleene, Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2026
But some indoor plants do better snug in their pots; being a little root-bound is conducive to their growth and flowering.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snug
Adjective
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When the site opened in 2013, The Evening Standard reported that workers were told not to leave food on desks and to keep work areas tidy amid mice sightings.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
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Last year, the two made enough from TikTok and YouTube to purchase a house together in a tidy, cookie-cutter subdivision in Jacksonville, near the end of a cul-de-sac where small children ride bikes and neighbors wave in greeting and holiday inflatables sway in orderly front yards.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There are plenty of benches, restrooms, and shade throughout the grounds, so visiting is comfortable year-round.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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If serious talks are necessary, try to have them somewhere everyone can be comfortable.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The contrast in the shoe creates a very polished look without losing the relaxed feel of the denim.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
30 Mar. 2026
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The diner fashioned a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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Most scattered freely, while Schmeby attempted to do the same, eventually getting stuck hanging over a wooden board blocking the sidewalk.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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But for clients from countries like Haiti, Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran and Myanmar, the process seems stuck, Musilli said.—
Laura Tillman,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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March 21 – April 19 This morning invites playful risks that still feel safe.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Amber Alert issued for two Dallas children, last seen on Thursday afternoon, has been canceled after the children were found safe, Dallas police said.—
CBS Texas Staff,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Deep meadows lush with vibrant prairie bluebells, gushing water, and resplendent valleys snuggled between giant, slate grey walls top off this classic adventure.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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All three sleep with Doug and Laurie, snuggling through the night.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The color, style, and design of railings, trim, porch columns, and even balusters can have a heavy impact on the appearance of the home.—
Timothy Dale,
The Spruce,
13 Mar. 2026
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Gross says that using color on the moulding, trim, and even the outside edges of a door is one of her favorite ways to create whimsy.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026
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This is not to say that Rødland has gone soft, exactly, though the show does include two tender shots of his own young children.—
Chris Wiley,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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Inside, the forest green walls, soft, cozy lighting and vintage decor only add to the element of whimsy.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Snug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snug. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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