snuggled

Definition of snugglednext
past tense of snuggle
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as in nestled
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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Recent Examples of snuggled 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 Grab a drink and then head into the cat lounge where you’ll be greeted by dozens of adoptable cats waiting to be snuggled and played with. Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 11 Feb. 2026 Both elements are crucial for an expert couch-napper like me, who appreciates being snuggled without the risk of overheating. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026 The adorable snapshot shows Alanis snuggled against her mother’s chest while her parents and the couple’s 4-year-old son, Axel, gently rest their hands on her back. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2026 Broadus shared a photo of herself snuggled up in bed with her daughter. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 7 Jan. 2026 The residents were excited to see both, but the real dog hopped down and went on its merry way, while Jennie stuck around to be snuggled. Rena Goldman, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Jan. 2026 There was Josephine’s Next Million Miles playing what felt like a single continuous organism of a set at Windjammer in Ridgewood; Bleeder snuggled tightly in the slender chamber of Pete’s Candy Store; Damian Taxidermi jamming in some basement on the edge of Bushwick and in the back room at Piano’s. Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 17 Dec. 2025 The baby snuggled near, and smiled, and closed his eyes. Karen Zautyk, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snuggled
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  • Los Callejones, may be nestled in the Fashion District but the place has its own DNA, unpretentious with its kaleidoscope of items to buy, from scented oils to lingerie to work uniforms.
    Lilliam Rivera, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Classical busts and sculptures are nestled into cubbies in the wall, and every table is lit with candles.
    Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
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  • Kylie Jenner, who opted out of walking the Oscars' red carpet with boyfriend and nominee Timothée Chalamet, cuddled up to the actor while walking the VF silver carpet.
    Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
  • In one photo, featured on the second slide, Hudson, pictured in a cozy cream sweater, and Rani are cuddled up on the bleachers at what appears to be a sports game.
    Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The 1974 image featured him nuzzled up to Jackson's face.
    Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Chip whined and nuzzled at my hand.
    Joel M. Vance, Outdoor Life, 29 Oct. 2025
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  • Kunkel, a freelance journalist at a protest outside an immigration detention center in Chicago on September 26, was crouched behind a van when an agent took aim from a safe perch behind a chain link fence.
    Bob Ortega, CNN Money, 10 Mar. 2026
  • People stood, crouched and leaned against cars, eating shawarma, nihari burgers, kunafa and stretchy ice cream.
    Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 8 Mar. 2026

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“Snuggled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snuggled. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.

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