hugged

VERB

hold close, cling to

Synonyms

STRONG

cherish clasp clinch cradle cuddle embrace enfold envelop grasp lock love nestle nurse press receive retain seize squeeze welcome

WEAK

be near to bear hug enbosom fold in arms follow closely hold onto keep close lie close stay near take in one's arms

Antonyms

STRONG

donate free give let go offer reject release turn away

WEAK

push away

Example Sentences

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hugged

When I was young, I always wanted to be hugged by my parents.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

"She hugged me and started to cry. My mind just stopped working."

From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026

Others hugged and held hands - one family member even embraced one of the prosecutors in the case.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

Tarling was just four seconds down on five-time Tour de France winner Pogacar, who hugged the Welshman before the podium presentation to show his support.

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

He slid into the car and hugged his backpack to his chest.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste