cradling

Example Sentences

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Audience members, seated in neat rows and cradling cocktails, enthusiastically applaud.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025

“It’s like I got married ... sorry, Norm,” she said, cradling the statue.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 17, 2025

Rocki Irish Mayers was born on 13 September, the singer announced in an Instagram post, sharing a snap of her cradling her daughter alongside a picture of miniature pink boxing gloves.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

It can also involve other nurturing touch, such as back stroking or cradling.

From BBC • May 10, 2025

She was standing in the doorway in her nightwear, clutching the jamb, cradling her belly in one hand.

From "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy