canoodle

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Recent Examples of canoodle So close, paparazzi footage of their characters canoodling on set went viral. Lisa Respers France, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025 The two share an instant connection, flirting, canoodling in his bohemian studio loft apartment and bantering about their future endeavors. Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025 But judging by all the on-camera canoodling Kylie and Timothée did, that reapplication didn't last long. Brendan Le, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025 The show features a lot of canoodling and hooking up, which White explained can get a little tricky with an intimacy coordinator only there for one week of filming. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for canoodle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoodle
Verb
  • But he’s got the twins to check on, and the security feed on his phone shows the two cuddling.
    Sara Netzley, EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
  • The young prince was sat alongside Prince William while his siblings cuddled up to Kate, but the need for mom grew too much for Louis and he could be seen trying to grab Kate.
    Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Some may even try to intervene, while others may comfort their owners by nuzzling or staying close.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
  • The carousel includes a polaroid snapshot of the pair kissing, as well as a selfie of Brooklyn nuzzling Nicola’s cheek.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The Desert Bar, snuggled in a remote corner of western Arizona, isn’t your average watering hole.
    Tiffany Acosta, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
  • In the image, Justin — who shares the infant with wife and Rhode founder Hailey Bieber, 28— could be seen reclining on a sofa for a relaxing weekend as the baby snuggled up with his legs resting on his dad's lap.
    Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Being tenderly caressed physically searched by a Transportation Security Administration agent.
    James Factora, Them., 11 Apr. 2025
  • With her usual mastery of dynamics, Laferte starts out sweetly caressing each phrase.
    Jon Pareles, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • From $1,345 per night Rio Palena Lodge Chile Part of the luxury collective Eleven, this remote seven-room lodge is nestled on 30 acres of riverfront in the Los Lagos region.
    Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Rima, a Mediterranean grill nestled within the resort's treetops, offers succulent steaks and creative fare, including pastas and salads, complemented by a fine selection of wines and cocktails.
    Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • If your pet persists in soliciting more attention, pet them for another 3 seconds and repeat.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Other family friendly activities include a petting farm, performances, and trains and inflatable rides.
    Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • To serve, spoon the polenta into a bowl, then ladle the bean tomato sauce over the polenta, and top with pancetta, fresh basil and grated Parmesan.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Remove pans from refrigerator; spoon an even layer or candy crumbs in the center of each cookie to create an even layer that completely coats the parchment but does not spill over the top of the cookie dough.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • After being mobbed by his team-mates, Van Dijk patted the badge on his shirt in front of the Kop and then planted a kiss on it, to rapturous acclaim.
    James Pearce, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Cue chill Schmidt, patting away on his handheld drum without a care in the world.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2025

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“Canoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoodle. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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