Example Sentences

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“I can be your pillow, mommy,” her daughter said, nuzzling into her neck.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Imagine if your Apple Watch grew legs and could follow you around, not merely vibrating to remind you to stand up every half-hour, but playfully nuzzling your hand to remind you to do so.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

For a veteran with PTSD, a service dog may retrieve medication or perform anxiety-relieving actions like nuzzling or leaning against a person when the dog senses a heightened state of anxiety.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2024

He survived the onslaught, nuzzling into Cunio’s leg as the two reunited.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 16, 2024

Tally’s board cruised back on its own, nuzzling at her ankles like an apologetic dog.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld