as in hugs
to put one's arms around and press tightly
elated team members bear-hugging everyone in sight
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The Adayar Eco Park, a green lung that hugs an estuary, is nearby and worth a visit for its diverse flora and fauna.
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In that touching moment, Rob-Will, the son of formidable family ranch owner Beulah Jackson (Annette Bening), hugs his daughter tenderly.
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King clasps his head, ready to shield his eyes if need be.
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Abner clasps Questelle’s face in her hands.
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“Bear-hugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bear-hugs. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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