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"He really has such an endearing personality," she told AFP earlier this week as she cradled him at her home in the southeastern town of Villy-le-Pelloux.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Jackson told reporters that he cradled King's head as he died - although other witnesses did not confirm that account.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Once she was cradled in Luna’s limbs, Hill did not come down for more than two years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2026

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 • Jan. 1, 2026

Each glass ball was cradled in a cone of tinfoil.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat