verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

nuzzling, cuddling, embracing, clinging

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Example Sentences

Example:The cats' nuzzling each other in the warm sun.

Definition:to press the head against something in a tender or affectionate manner, similar to nuddling but often more focused on the nose or snout.

From nuzzling

Example:The couple cuddled in bed, nuzzling and kissing.

Definition:to lie close to another person for warmth or comfort, similar to nuddling but often more general and can include other forms of physical contact.

From cuddling

Example:She held him close, embracing and nuzzling him.

Definition:to hold or be held close to someone in a tender or affectionate way, similar to nuddling but often more formal or inclusive of other forms of physical contact.

From embracing

Example:The child clung to his mother, nuzzling into her chest for comfort.

Definition:to hold onto someone or something tightly, similar to nuddling but often more forceful or desperate.

From clinging