hugger
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“I could do without becoming known as the man who has a hugger for a son,” he reproves when Cal tries to embrace him.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
And by the time he's left our "Salon Talks" interview, I've also received a big, encompassing hug, because he's a hugger.
From Salon • Sep. 18, 2024
Sporting magenta hair and a warm demeanor — she’s a big hugger — Lipa discusses how she knew that, despite its effortless strut, “Dance the Night” would present certain songwriting challenges.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2023
"I adored my gran. She was just the best hugger and oh my god she would support me in every way. She was just gorgeous."
From BBC • Jul. 7, 2023
“Oh! Apologies. I’m a big hugger, and sometimes I forget to ask. I won’t do it again.”
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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