hug

Example Sentences

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It’s an easy comfort meal for when I’m missing home and craving a dish that feels like a warm hug, whether it’s raining outside or not.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Kostyuk teared up as she was given a lengthy ovation by the crowd on Court Philippe Chatrier, with interviewer Marion Bartoli stepping in to hug her.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"I don't expect anything. And when presents come for me, I just hug them. And yeah, I'm really grateful," she told Bulgarian national TV after Thursday's semi-final.

From Barron's • May 17, 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

Normally, I would have launched myself toward him for a hug.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith