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snuggle
This term evokes a sense of intimacy, safety, and warmth, focusing on the physical act of pressing close to another person or object. It carries a strong positive connotation of tenderness and emotional security, making it more affectionate than the neutral term cuddle.
When used in the context of animals or objects, it emphasizes the desire for coziness and the instinct to find a small, protected space. The phrasal verb snuggle up specifically highlights the transition into a curled or tucked-in position to maximize warmth and comfort.
Meanings
Examples
Come here and snuggle with me while we watch the movie.
The kitten loves to snuggle up in the laundry basket.
Let us snuggle up by the fireplace and forget the cold.
The dragon snuggled its hoard of gold with a contented sigh.
She felt a deep sense of peace as she snuggled against his shoulder.