hug

Example Sentences

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She gives me a thumbs up, and with a kiss and a warm hug, we say goodbye.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

The next day, they drove to a government office in Tampa to get Flores’ signature, where the girls were allowed to see and hug her.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

Our critic praised the star for “his admirable ability to give audiences a big bear hug without leaving the stage.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

The young dog handler gave her mum and fellow competitor Lydia Mellor a "big hug" when she heard the news.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

When she finally reaches me, I want to hug her tight, but I resist that urge.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller