Cuddly and Tender

Cuddly

Cuddly adjective - Inviting cuddling or hugging.
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Tender and cuddly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tender" instead an adjective "Cuddly".

Nearby Words: cuddle, cuddling, cuddled

Tender

Tender adjective - Easily injured without careful handling.

Cuddly and tender are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cuddly" instead an adjective "Tender".

Both words in one sentence

  • Series / Dancing with the Stars Their partnership brought out a tender, cuddly, and quite frankly loving side to Maks that was so rarely seen, even the judges couldn't stop talking about it.
  • Disney / Zootopia In the Italian dub, it was translated as "tenera", which can mean cute, cuddly, soft, or tender.
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