cradling

Example Sentences

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Roberts, 40, could be seen cradling her baby bump in front of a Christmas tree in a photo gallery shared on Instagram.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

He is cradling the ball in his left hand and warding off impending tacklers with his right, a striking bronze symbol of a university’s resilience and strength.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

In one shot, Hindley is seen crouching on a rock, cradling her dog, in an area known as Hollin Brown Knoll.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025

Suddenly, Henry, 6, walks into the dads’ circle, cradling three baby dolls.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2025

Around the table, we are cradling our heads in our hands or rubbing our tired brows with shaking fingers.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz