cradle
Example Sentences
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The researchers explain this effect using an analogy to a Newton's cradle, the desktop device with a row of suspended metal balls.
From Science Daily
As I cradled my belly, I saw a message of strength: “Altadena, our roots remain.”
From Los Angeles Times
Also since 1979, Saudi Arabia—the cradle of Islam—had used oil money to spread its own Sunni ultra-conservative version of the faith around the world.
Once she was cradled in Luna’s limbs, Hill did not come down for more than two years.
From Los Angeles Times
It was late, and the store was out of disposable bags, so I tucked some of the loot into my dance bag and cradled the rest in the crook of my arm.
From Salon
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