hug

Example Sentences

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The singer added that the first thing he was going to do was see his children and "give them a big hug" before going home and getting some pizza.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Trump had claimed before heading to China for the first time in nearly a decade that Xi would give him a "big, fat hug".

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

As the family is photographed, several Aces members come in and pause for a brief hug and coo before ducking quickly out of frame.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

He gives me a virtual hug and convinces me to convince my husband that the pancakes in the freezer should be saved for my return and a new batch prepared for today’s breakfast.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

But as it was, I just nodded and squeezed a little tighter when she wrapped her arms around me for one last hug.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin