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as in tidy
being clean and in good order
a snug military cadet in dress uniform
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as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a snug cottage that's the perfect retreat for a rustic vacation
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
while snug in our warm beds, we listened to the winter storm raging outside
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
make sure that all screws and nuts in the shelving unit are snug
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as in safe
providing safety
yachtsmen looking for a snug harbor in which to anchor for the night
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Recent Examples of snug
Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
This feature, which relies partly on a snug fit in the ear for the AirPods Pro 2, is turned on by default, and works across Transparency, Adaptive and Noise Cancellation modes.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Peter Koch, Outside Online, 10 May 2020
Pocketing a major, the first in nearly seven years, would push McIlroy’s total to five and snug him up with legends Byron Nelson, Seve Ballesteros and three others.
—Bryce Miller Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2021
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Adjective
However, the boots’ snug sides, while supportive, may feel slightly tight for those with wider feet.
—Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
This feature, which relies partly on a snug fit in the ear for the AirPods Pro 2, is turned on by default, and works across Transparency, Adaptive and Noise Cancellation modes.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Verb
Then snug the empty vest on your torso.
—Peter Koch, Outside Online, 10 May 2020
Pocketing a major, the first in nearly seven years, would push McIlroy’s total to five and snug him up with legends Byron Nelson, Seve Ballesteros and three others.
—Bryce Miller Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snug
Adjective
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The book appears to have all of its original pages, which are covered with tidy penmanship.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
4 Feb. 2025
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Oliveira, known by neighbors as a quiet tenant who frequently could be seen sitting and writing intently in her tidy apartment with the door ajar, did not survive.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Lift to a point that feels comfortable on the back.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
3 Feb. 2025
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Home Electrification Fair Learn how to make your home healthier and more comfortable, while saving money and polluting less at the Home Electrification Fair.—
Encinitas Advocate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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These wide-legs pants are made from soft cotton and have a relaxed silhouette with pockets.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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This included grey relaxed trousers, a grey hooded sweater, and a dark grey shirt underneath.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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Patient Dies After Hospital Asks Wrong Family About Removing Life Support Paul continued, saying precautions should have been taken to ensure his sister and other patients were safe.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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But also, within love, within relationships, there should be a responsibility to protect; there should be a responsibility to make sure that person is safe.—
Max Gao,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Better Homes & Gardens Velvet Plush Throw $15 at Walmart Walmart sent me the throw to test a few weeks ago, and I’ve been snuggled up in it day and night ever since.—
Kelsey Fredricks,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Rather than snuggling up on the sofa or watching cartoons in an effort to get better, Aryn decided to put on an impromptu performance for her mom.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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On the fifth floor, we’re greeted by the apartment’s owner, Ryan, a trim mid-30s guy in all-black athleisure who bought the place for $4.5 million in 2022.—
Bridget Read,
Curbed,
15 Jan. 2025
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What the Sorento offers is a quiet, versatile ride, a lot of trim choices, sufficient cargo space, fair pricing and the manufacturer’s best-in-the-industry 10-year, 100,000 limited powertrain warranty.—
James Raia,
The Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2025
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The refrigerator is still your savior if for some reason your cookies seem too soft.—
Tammy Algood,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
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The pose also stretches the piriformis muscle, a small muscle deep in the buttocks that can cause sciatic pain when tight.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
3 Feb. 2025
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The wine list will be short and tight, but those interested can see a bit longer list, while cocktails, of course, will include and Old Fashioned as well as a Wisconsin Old Fashioned.—
Susan Stapleton,
USA TODAY,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Snug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snug. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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