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osculation

[os-kyuh-lay-shuhn] / ˌɒs kjəˈleɪ ʃən /


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One of the play's more memorable exchanges directly engages the all-important subject of theatrical osculation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2016

On the same day I saw “Vanya,” I was treated to a more optimistic act of osculation in the afternoon.

From New York Times ● Aug. 11, 2011

Acts of osculation have of course been known to sweep people off their feet.

From New York Times ● Jun. 26, 2011

It stands fragrantly like a bride at the altar, awaiting the embrace of fresh butter and an osculation of jam.

From Time Magazine Archive

Perhaps his ruffled feelings were responsible for its being a louder osculation than prudence dictated.

From A Poached Peerage by William Magnay




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