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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
Inside each one nestled a kiwi, including the 250th bird relocated to Wellington since the Capital Kiwi Project began.
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Now, it’s ultimately destined to be just another thumbnail on a streamer, algorithmically nestled between a NatGeo doc on penguins and either a Star Wars or a Marvel franchise entry.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
The campsites are nestled in a shady valley about a half-mile walk from the ferry port.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Prince William is seen petting their black cocker spaniel Orla, while a brown puppy (whose name has not yet been publicly revealed) is nestled near the heir's head.
—Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Now, it’s ultimately destined to be just another thumbnail on a streamer, algorithmically nestled between a NatGeo doc on penguins and either a Star Wars or a Marvel franchise entry.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
The campsites are nestled in a shady valley about a half-mile walk from the ferry port.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 29 Apr. 2026
Prince William is seen petting their black cocker spaniel Orla, while a brown puppy (whose name has not yet been publicly revealed) is nestled near the heir's head.
—Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestle
Verb
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People should avoid kissing or snuggling with backyard birds, the CDC says.—
Jonel Aleccia,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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This year’s Miami Grand Prix has been more of a logistical miracle than any other year because its spot on the Hard Rock Stadium calendar is snuggled tightly between the Miami Open tennis tournament and World Cup soccer.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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The plush padding inside keeps your feet secure and snug no matter where the day takes you, while the suede-leather duo offers a striking look while running daily errands.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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Sienna comes home On March 23 a picture popped up in the Illinois group text message – Sienna looking up at the camera, snug in her yellow jammies.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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Reagan was struck below his left armpit, the bullet lodged an inch from his heart.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Los Angeles allegations about Dains A third-party law firm investigated the complaints lodged in mid-2023 to early 2024 against Dains in Los Angeles and corroborated many of the findings.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Spouses Gabby Windey and Robby Hoffman cuddle up for a date night at the New York Mets game.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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Staff described her as a dog with a lot of energy who loves playing with other dogs and cuddling people — and who clearly loves her routine.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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Stays come in the form of historic palaces like Palazzu Nicrosi, perched on the hillside, or Le Couvent de Pozzo, a 15th-century convent converted into a guesthouse with a centerpiece pool eyeing the Italian island of Elba.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Ticks tend to perch on ankle-level vegetation with their upper legs outstretched, waiting to latch on to an unsuspecting dog or human.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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On a recent visit, Amber nuzzled in a bed of straw, as a talk radio station kept her company.—
Eric Adler
April 26,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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This week will further encourage you to nest and nuzzle up at home.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Let what surfaces settle before making your next move.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Moses could put his real game face on and settle into his pre-race routine—even if a bit rushed—to get Pal in the zone, and then send him off into the Valley of Roses to pick up his jockey, then on to the starting gate.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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Don't park in the middle of the aisle.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Fans can park at the nearby American Dream Mall for $225 for one spot for each game.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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