Example Sentences

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In a very real sense, they are hugging humans with their eyes.

From Salon • Aug. 4, 2024

There is spontaneous applause and people are hugging.

From BBC • Jul. 23, 2021

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said after receiving word that the hunt was over that he and all Colorado parents are "hugging their children a little tighter."

From Fox News • Apr. 17, 2019

“Especially when guys are hugging the fence in the back. From that standpoint, shouldn’t be ashamed if you try it. Just look silly if you miss.”

From Reuters • Mar. 3, 2019

But Dona Amelia is looking at me and the girls are hugging me and pushing me forward to receive the sash.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau