tight embrace
Example Sentences
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There the pair shared a tight embrace – a goodbye of sorts.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
Mariche reaches down to cradle Autje's face and then pulls her into a tight embrace, both shaking with sobs.
From Salon • Feb. 4, 2023
Thomas said his goodbyes to offensive line coach Tim Drevno and director of football performance Keith Belton in person, Belton wrapping him in a tight embrace.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2022
When the Standard sisters finally saw each other again, they wept and wrapped each other in a tight embrace.
From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2021
Fawkes went whooshing past Harry’s ear and settled on Dumbledore’s shoulder, just as Harry found himself and Ron being swept into Mrs. Weasley’s tight embrace.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
