Example Sentences

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Our neighboring planet Venus will be hugging the southwest horizon at dusk now, before temporarily escaping into the sun’s glare.

From Washington Post • Jan. 1, 2022

“Mom will be hugging me today,” she said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2021

She says she is determined to soak up the cheers of the thousands who will be hugging the city's streets.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2015

My ex-colleagues will be hugging themselves with glee at the headlines this morning.

From Forbes • Sep. 28, 2014

"They will be hugging one another before we go much farther," said Cousin Frank.

From When Grandmamma Was New The Story of a Virginia Childhood by Harland, Marion