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as in to lodge
to establish or place comfortably or snugly
we had scarcely nestled the children in their beds when there was a knock at the door
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Recent Examples of nestle
It’s got pinecones nestled within its branches to add an extra bit of holiday cheer.
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
Herrera, 64, grew up in a colonia in Weslaco, a small city nestled near the heart of the Rio Grande Valley.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
Upon placing the holder on the table, the husband opens its door to reveal a cocktail nestled inside, hidden behind the fog.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Michigan sits nestled among the Great Lakes — the world's largest freshwater system and a major shipping hub, with over 160 million tons of waterborne cargo traveling through the region each year, according to the American Great Lakes Ports Association.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 29 Nov. 2024
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
Herrera, 64, grew up in a colonia in Weslaco, a small city nestled near the heart of the Rio Grande Valley.
—Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
Upon placing the holder on the table, the husband opens its door to reveal a cocktail nestled inside, hidden behind the fog.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Michigan sits nestled among the Great Lakes — the world's largest freshwater system and a major shipping hub, with over 160 million tons of waterborne cargo traveling through the region each year, according to the American Great Lakes Ports Association.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestle
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The rescue shared a video of the puppies playing and snuggling with their mom, captivating Instagram users.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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Other photos in the post included Chopra snuggling with Malti and applying fake nails on her hands.Escher Walcott, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Our job was to stretch and snug the uppers to the bottom of the lasts.Heshel Rolnick, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2024
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Most of them grow from southern Oregon down into northern California, snugged up against the rugged Pacific coast.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
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After Chacin was booked in the Harris County Jail on the intoxicated manslaughter charge, ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Houston office lodged a detainer request.Bethany Blankley | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 Dec. 2024
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One of the big obstacles to an extended getaway is lodging.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Other moments featured in the photo carousel included Malti admiring some Christmas trees, cuddling with mom in a hotel bathrobe, sharing her artwork on a sketch pad, and playing with a doll from Disney's Moana.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Munn included photos of herself cuddling with Méi and sitting on a couch in a store.Hannah Sacks, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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As a friend of the house she was tasked with the honor of lighting up a massive Bird on the Rock creation perched high atop The Landmark, Tiffany’s legendary Fifth Avenue boutique at 57th Street.Hannah Malach, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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More than fifteen million people—sixty-five per cent of the French viewing public—watched as Macron appeared onscreen, perched on a balcony with the plane trees of the palace gardens behind him, filtering the day’s last light.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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Biden highlights chip investments during New York trip How cleaning product chemicals called ‘quats’ may affect the brain Chiropractor works on giraffe, is nuzzled: ‘Giraffes are just giant dogs?’ Thursday, April 25 morning weather update Everyone should have a favorite tree.Washington Post, Washington Post, 25 Apr. 2024
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Biscuit tenderly placed a paw over Muffin, as if to shield him, while gently nuzzling his tiny face.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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In recent years, programs such as grants to settle in Tuscan villages, and Mediterranean islands that sell homes for less than the price of a cup of coffee, have presented tempting opportunities for aspiring expats.Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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In 2021, Prime, Reddy and one of Prime’s doctors agreed to pay $37.5 million to settle allegations that Prime paid the doctor kickbacks for patient referrals, among other allegations.Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 17 Dec. 2024
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The girl, identified only as Jane Doe, approached several limousine drivers parked nearby and attempted to talk her way into either, according to the lawsuit.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Note: During the off-season (now), the houseboat is parked in the host’s driveway.Weike Wang, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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