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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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One man cried out as he hugged one of the formerly trapped miners.

From BBC • May 30, 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

Thaksin hugged family members outside the Bangkok jail where several hundred supporters wearing their signature red shirts had gathered, some shouting "we love Thaksin", according to an AFP journalist at the scene.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

Just before 3:00, I hugged Father and Betsie tight, and walked through the gray slush to the Smedestraat.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom