hugging

Example Sentences

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“The Other Bennet Sister” represents Bruccoleri’s first major role where she’s leading the action instead of hugging a wall, unvarnished by cosmetics or anachronistic needle drops hinting at some hidden reserve of chic.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

“You can envision in some circumstances, like a birthday party or a wake, that there’s celebration going on: hugging, kissing, condolences being expressed,” Rupp said.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

"I feel like I don't want him to get too close. Not just sexually, but even holding hands or hugging."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Guests were seen hugging, making calls, texting friends and loved ones, and their news bureaux.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

I felt kind of bad because I knew Dari felt awkward and out of place, but I couldn’t stop hugging her.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller