canoodle

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Recent Examples of canoodle So close, paparazzi footage of their characters canoodling on set went viral. Lisa Respers France, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025 The two share an instant connection, flirting, canoodling in his bohemian studio loft apartment and bantering about their future endeavors. Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025 But judging by all the on-camera canoodling Kylie and Timothée did, that reapplication didn't last long. Brendan Le, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025 The show features a lot of canoodling and hooking up, which White explained can get a little tricky with an intimacy coordinator only there for one week of filming. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for canoodle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoodle
Verb
  • Sharing a snap of their sleeping baby, the couple also included an adorable picture of their newborn daughter cuddling on Viall's chest, as well as a photo of the couple holding their new daughter's hands.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 29 May 2025
  • Hearts have been melted online by a rescue dog's desperate attempts to try to cuddle her owner's cat, who appeared very uninterested in her efforts.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
Verb
  • Some may even try to intervene, while others may comfort their owners by nuzzling or staying close.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
  • The carousel includes a polaroid snapshot of the pair kissing, as well as a selfie of Brooklyn nuzzling Nicola’s cheek.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The latter snapshot – of the humans and aliens snuggled on a couch – was inspiring for Camp.
    Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 25 May 2025
  • Like her bond with original Milly, Semler has grown close to Pearl, a constant companion who likes to snuggle.
    Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2025
Verb
  • The oversized and plush applicator caresses every curve of your smile for a smooth, high-shine finish, minus the stickiness.
    Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 18 May 2025
  • The monologue touches Ellie, who caresses her girlfriend’s face.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • Clinique La Prairie in Montreux, Switzerland starting at approximately $25,000 depending on program For many, Clinique La Prairie, nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva, is synonymous with longevity.
    Emily Burns, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
  • Penny Hotel Williamsburg The intimate Penny Hotel, nestled in Williamsburg's core, perfectly captures the neighborhood's artistic essence.
    Malik Peay, USA Today, 24 May 2025
Verb
  • Experiences to enjoy together include from scavenger hunts and quesadilla-making classes to bountiful breakfasts at a giant live-edge wood table at Rancho Lola, where all members of the fam can eat and drink their hearts out before petting the farm animals and planting a tree together.
    Kathryn Romeyn, AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
  • In California, individuals must possess a permit to touch or handle owls, so the owl could not be pet by the partygoers, but the group still enjoyed looking at and learning about the wide-eyed bird.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • As the butter melts, tilt the skillet and baste the meatballs by spooning the butter over them.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 6 May 2025
  • Remove from heat and spoon 2 Tbsp. into each muffin liner.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • Sprinkle spice mixture on both sides of ribs, gently patting to coat.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
  • The show lives in these blue-collar pockets of ‘flyover America,’ but doesn’t make a big deal about it or pat itself on the back.
    Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2025

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“Canoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoodle. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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