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osculation

[os-kyuh-ley-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

A beautiful word like "osculation" serves Bella the double purpose of showing both learning and gentility.

From Time Magazine Archive

Alas! that such things should be, That cruel unkind separation, Adown in the depths of the sea Should follow the first osculation.

From Modern Eloquence: Vol III, After-Dinner Speeches P-Z by Various




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