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

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

She is captured on stage in flowing layers, wearing corals and dusty pinks, with pants that hugged at the hip and a headpiece.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 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

Amena al-Shami stood looking at her son Hassain Sheaito's coffin, weeping while women hugged her.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

He sobbed into her hair as he hugged her tight.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz