Definition of snugglenext
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as in to snug
to sit or recline comfortably or cozily it's particularly nice to snuggle next to the fire on a snowy day

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as in to cuddle
to lie close snuggle up to a friendly cat

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Recent Examples of snuggle As the class progresses and people generate body heat, the cold-blooded friends take advantage of it, snuggling closer. Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026 From the cozy-chic bar and its expansive patio to the rocking chairs facing a semi-secret, open-air fireplace snuggled next to a gurgling waterfall, serenity permeates the property. Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026 When you’re done, ski right to the nearby W Verbier to snuggle up in a room with your very own fireplace. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 The post included photos of the family with their dogs, Katie lying in blankets as both Ellie and Emma snuggle her, and the couple holding a sonogram photo. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for snuggle
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  • The Power Stretch fabric is snug through the waist, hips, and thighs before flaring out at the knee, which also helps elongate my legs.
    Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
  • This cocoon is super-protective, and the fleas stay safe and snug inside for up to four months, says Benson.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
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  • In a video captured on March 11, Punch, the baby macaque, is spotted cuddling up with another macaque in the Ishikawa City Zoo Monkey Mountain enclosure.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
  • When not on the road, she can be found coaching ski racing and cuddling her rescue doodle, Ezra.
    Naomi Tomky, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026
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  • My experience Sorce is nestled off of East Seventh Street in an unassuming, yet undeniably charming building.
    Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
  • The community will feature 500 homes nestled in distinct neighborhoods, along with a central services building that will include a medical clinic, cafeteria and other resources.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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  • Jones’ wife Marie came out to the mound for the first pitch with daughters Jami and Staci, who threw the ball to Hall of Famer Trevor Hoffman crouched behind the plate.
    Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
  • The California Department of Fish and Wildlife advises those who come in contact with mountain lions to stay calm and remain still, never run or approach a lion and avoid crouching down or bending over.
    Molly Gibbs, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026

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“Snuggle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snuggle. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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