kissing

Example Sentences

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“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

He avoids kissing for 24 hours before a performance and 48 hours before a competition because it makes it difficult to sustain a pucker.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

American livestreamer Johnny Somali, who caused outrage in South Korea by kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves, has been sentenced to six months in jail.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

"Whether you're living with a partner, housemate, or family, your daily interactions -- from hugging, kissing and sharing food prep spaces -- may encourage the exchange of gut microbes," said Dr. Lee.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Tío Pepe rushes into the living room, but before I can see what he looks like, he wraps María in a bear hug and doesn’t stop kissing her forehead for, like, five minutes.

From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya