Definition of cuddlenext
as in to snuggle
to lie close kittens cuddling in a basket

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Recent Examples of cuddle At peace with life at home spent petting Lala and cuddling with his husband. Jonathan Borge, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026 In this photo provided by Macey Sorrell, 3-year-old Gregory Sorrell cuddles with a calf his family brought indoors during extreme cold temperatures in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026 When below-freezing temperatures do occur, Southerners embrace the opportunity to linger a bit longer by a wood-burning fire or cuddle up with a blanket or throw on the couch. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2026 Think nights in front of the fire, holding hands, and cuddling up to stay warm. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cuddle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuddle
snuggle
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  • Loved by Oprah, the AirEssentials collection is made of lightweight, soft, and breathable fabric that is perfect for flights, layering for sightseeing tours, or snuggling up at home.
    Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 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

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“Cuddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuddle. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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