bear hug

Example Sentences

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The bear hug, with her chin digging deep into my shoulder.

From Literature

Ice-cold and exhausted, the boys slumped over Nanuq, their arms wrapped around him in a great big bear hug.

From Literature

Molly’s messy bun was sitting loosely on top of her head, and she was clutching Anat in...a bear hug?

From Literature

Sullivan said, pulling his friend in for a bear hug as they both sobbed.

From Los Angeles Times

A few people pat me on the back or ask if I’m okay, and Jonesy comes up and gives me a big bear hug.

From Literature