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hugged

VERB

hold close, cling to

Synonyms

STRONG

cherish clasp clinch cradle cuddle embrace enfold envelop grasp lock love nestle nurse press receive retain seize squeeze welcome

WEAK

be near to bear hug enbosom fold in arms follow closely hold onto keep close lie close stay near take in one's arms

Antonyms

STRONG

donate free give let go offer reject release turn away

WEAK

push away

Example Sentences

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Carano, who suffered the second defeat of her nine-fight career, immediately rose to her feet in laughter, before the pair hugged in an emotional embrace.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

When the game was over, James hugged several of the Thunder players.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

"Timothy turned back, and in only a split second he immediately hugged Shahin," recalled Reza.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Iran in mid-April unilaterally proposed shipping lanes that hugged its own coast, warning against potential mines and other hazards.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Maya-Jade reached for him and hugged him so hard he could hardly breathe.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman