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cradling

[kreyd-l-ing] / ˈkreɪd l ɪŋ /


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“Turn a little bit sideways!” a photographer requested, and Hathaway laughed and complied, cradling her stomach proudly.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 12, 2026

He entered the bathroom and saw Nix cradling Andrea, who was "limp" and wrapped in a towel.

From BBC Jun. 19, 2026

They focus on motherhood and love, with rounded forms cradling one another and calling to mind the work of Henry Moore.

From The Wall Street Journal May 14, 2026

“Coachella!” exclaimed Geena Davis, cradling her head on the table in front of her.

From Los Angeles Times May 13, 2026

Lizzie was cradling it lovingly in her cupped hands, and for several moments seemed too overcome to speak.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo



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