1
as in to cuddle
to touch one another with the lips as a sign of love
it's traditional for couples to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmastime
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2
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
a gentle breeze kissing the water's surface
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Recent Examples of kiss
Schwartz slid between the two of them, kissed Benji first and then Zack, Zack and then Benji, back and forth as lips found lips, hands found flesh, underwear found the floor.
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Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
Bonnie loves making her toys kiss each other.
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Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Al-Amri then knelt and kissed the ground while his teammates surrounded him.
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Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Most recently, cast member Jessi Draper came under fire for kissing Hope’s ex-husband, Chase McWhorter.
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Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for kiss
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
Bonnie loves making her toys kiss each other.
—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Al-Amri then knelt and kissed the ground while his teammates surrounded him.
—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Most recently, cast member Jessi Draper came under fire for kissing Hope’s ex-husband, Chase McWhorter.
—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for kiss
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kiss
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In their matching highlighter-pink swimsuits, Brinity takes off on a jet ski to a waiting yacht, where they are supplied with Champagne and cushions to cuddle on.
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The two were cuddled together watching the Eagles take on the Los Angeles Rams as Wyatt, then 4, asked who's who on the field.
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Lightly brush the ribs with bulgogi glaze during the final hour if desired.
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The aisles were so choked that blooms and branches brushed against us, the air heady with the scent of lilies, roses, eucalyptus, and sweet decay.
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Luchasaurus dressed in a wig and nearly smooched Andrade El Idolo.
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The late-night host has been on a hilarious smooching spree during his second-to-last week on the air, kissing several guests in recent days.
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After examining her injury, Brito began to caress and massage Patient 1’s foot under the guise of providing care.
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Richer, more concentrated Prosecco with delectable flavors of nectarine tart and apricot preserves with intense minerality and delicate bubbles that caress the palate.
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Videos from these gatherings showing chanting crowds beneath concert lights, audience members crying, hugging strangers and dancing barefoot have racked up millions of views online.
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On a recent afternoon outside the temple in central Kerala, Raman stood motionless as two children played, giggling and hugging its trunk.
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Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic.
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Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 40 to 45 minutes.
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Six Senses tends to attract quite a specific type of affluent traveler; those looking to eat well, exercise, learn something new, and snuggle up close to nature.
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Having time to play with them and snuggle with them is important.
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“Kiss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kiss. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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