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From the day of its birth, the young carabao is taken possession of by the children, who will fondle and tease it, ride on its back, or slide off over its head or tail.

From The Tinguian Social, Religious, and Economic Life of a Philippine Tribe by Cole, Fay-Cooper

When its wails demand attention, she will fondle and kiss it much, as if it were made of wood.

From The Life of Thomas Wanless, Peasant by Wilson, Alexander Johnstone

It will fondle upon any stranger; and yet, contrary to the general custom of its race, it displays small preference for its master.

From The Dog by Dinks

At first she will not know, but will fondle and kiss the changeling as if he were her own.

From The Fairies and the Christmas Child by Gask, Lilian