nestle

verb

ˈne-səl How to pronounce nestle (audio)
Definition of nestlenext
1
as in to snuggle
to lie close nestled in next to the other kittens in the box

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2
as in to snug
to sit or recline comfortably or cozily nestling with her children on the couch

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3
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 For families or larger groups, Gruene Cottages is nestled on three acres and has an on-site playground and pool, along with rooms that can sleep up to eight guests. — Gabi De La Rosa, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2026 In this quaint garden reprieve designed by Serenbe, a row of stepping stones nestled into the grass serves as the perfect walkway. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 Gangs killed at least 47 people during the attack late Sunday on Kenscoff, a once-peaceful farming community nestled in the hills above Haiti's capital. — Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2026 The scenario, which runs for several days, takes place on a large, 1,100-square-mile (3,000-square-kilometer) plot of land nestled in the Bavarian countryside. — ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nestle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestle
  1. snuggle
  2. snug
  3. lodge
  4. cuddle
  5. perch
  6. nuzzle
  7. settle
  8. park
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  • Her arc mirrored that of my Mexican immigrant parents, who were also mountain people who grew up in big farming families with no plumbing or electricity, snuggling with siblings during winter nights in unheated bedrooms.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Sterling could be seen snuggling up to her father as Bronze sat on his lap, while Patrick appeared to be tickling Golden, who lay next to mom Brittany in a flamingo print onesie.
    — Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of snuggle
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  • For a summer dress that feels as comfy and snug as your favorite T-shirt, look no further than this versatile, casual option.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • They’re snug through the hips and thighs and feature a subtle leg-elongating flare.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 19 June 2026
Definition of snug
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  • Their work lodges itself into the psyche like a sliver of wood thrust beneath a fingernail.
    — Alex Jovanovich, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Deadly flash flooding has forced closures and lodging disruptions at the Grand Canyon, prompting travelers to rethink their plans.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of lodge
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  • Go with a classic like Spongebob so your kids can cuddle this ugly buddy while cozying up with their favorite cartoon.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In the social media post, the 90-year-old enthusiastically cuddles the pup and pets her softly.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of cuddle
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  • Video captured by security cameras perched on the mountainside show the horrifying moment when the wall of mud descended on the Gyirong Port facility, swallowing the six-story building whole as dozens of people run for their lives.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Start your day with a lakeside walk, then visit Meersburg Castle, the town’s medieval fortress, before heading to the New Castle (Neues Schloss), a Baroque palace perched above the lake, for panoramic views.
    — Sofia Markovich, Travel + Leisure, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of perch
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  • The actress nuzzled up next to her husband at the 2017 premiere of Colossal.
    — Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
  • The planets coast past one another on the ecliptic, and appear to us to nuzzle one another every so often.
    — Doris Elin Urrutia, Space.com, 8 June 2026
Definition of nuzzle
Verb
  • People who settled here have a very bold spirit and a kind of grit that was required to make it.
    — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Separately, New Mexico secured a nearly $1 billion verdict against Meta for creating a public nuisance and exposing minors to harm, prompting Meta to settle with 47 other states for up to $18 billion, though private claims persist.
    — Schuyler Moore, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of settle
Verb
  • The battery can be removed from beneath the seat, which means riders don't necessarily have to park the entire motorcycle beside an electrical outlet and hope the extension cord is long enough.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • About halfway around, there's the option to park your bikes and hike up 200 or so stairs to the famous Arch Rock formation.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestle. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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