1
as in to cuddle
to touch one another with the lips as a sign of love
it's traditional for couples to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmastime
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2
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
a gentle breeze kissing the water's surface
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Recent Examples of kiss
After a crash-course with the masters, Blaine attempts a few stunts on his own — including covering himself in scorpions, inserting a knife up one nostril and kissing a king cobra on its head.
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Jenelle Riley, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
On Feb, 19, Paris’ mom Keely, 61, posted a sweet photo on Instagram of him kissing Lee-Aillón on the cheek and embracing her with her leg kicking up in the air as the pair posed in front of a large abstract painting at the event.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The hat, in particular, and its significance, have been a huge talking point, especially as her husband only had room to air kiss her on the cheek.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Bury me face down so Boeing and their lying a** leaders can kiss my a**.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
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Jenelle Riley, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025
On Feb, 19, Paris’ mom Keely, 61, posted a sweet photo on Instagram of him kissing Lee-Aillón on the cheek and embracing her with her leg kicking up in the air as the pair posed in front of a large abstract painting at the event.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
The hat, in particular, and its significance, have been a huge talking point, especially as her husband only had room to air kiss her on the cheek.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Bury me face down so Boeing and their lying a** leaders can kiss my a**.
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kiss
Verb
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The poster, who asked to remain anonymous, told Newsweek that Sir George is a 3-year-old rag doll cat who loves watching animal documentaries, sleeping in the bathroom sink, playing with springs, and cuddling.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Over time, long-term couples may also become desensitized to the significance of physical touch, focusing more on routine intimacy rather than the small, affectionate gestures — like handholding, kissing or cuddling — that help maintain emotional connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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For example, brush your teeth with the opposite hand, take a new route to work or order a new dish.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Once released, the curls are gently brushed out for a soft, voluminous effect, and sealed into place with a setting spray.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Photos show the couple smooching and holding hands.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2025
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Adrien Brody And Halle Berry Recreate Their 2003 Kiss The 2003 Oscars saw Adrien Brody win Best Actor for his performance in The Pianist, and celebrate by smooching Halle Berry, who presented him the award.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Being tenderly caressed physically searched by a Transportation Security Administration agent.—
James Factora,
Them.,
11 Apr. 2025
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With her usual mastery of dynamics, Laferte starts out sweetly caressing each phrase.—
Jon Pareles,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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There was the infamous time McMahon punished Triple H for hugging Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, and Shawn Michaels in the center of the ring at a house show, breaking kayfabe when this was something wrestlers didn't do.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The video shows another woman scooting under the table and hugging her knees to her chest, as shaky sobs can be heard in the background.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Since the fiddle is so approachable, every hand that touches it has the ability to impact its sound.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
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Use my convening power, use my platform as mayor, and then use my pulpit to convene everyone in the city who will touch economic development.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Desert Bar, snuggled in a remote corner of western Arizona, isn’t your average watering hole.—
Tiffany Acosta,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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In the image, Justin — who shares the infant with wife and Rhode founder Hailey Bieber, 28— could be seen reclining on a sofa for a relaxing weekend as the baby snuggled up with his legs resting on his dad's lap.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Kiss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kiss. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.
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