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Recent Examples of canoodle
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.
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Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
At one point, the pair go from lying in bed canoodling to arguing in the kitchen.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Also spotted: Marissa and Ramses canoodling in one of the Potomac hot tub boats, Nick and Hannah skydiving, Garrett and Taylor eating dinner in what appears to be an Artechouse immersive exhibit and aerial shots of what looks like a wedding at Great Marsh Estate in Bealeton, Virginia.
—Mimi Montgomery, Axios, 9 Oct. 2024
Spend your time canoodling at the resort, book a day trip to explore Kingstown, the island’s capital, or visit Mustique and Bequia, neighboring Grenadine islands.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 23 Sep. 2024
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Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
At one point, the pair go from lying in bed canoodling to arguing in the kitchen.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Also spotted: Marissa and Ramses canoodling in one of the Potomac hot tub boats, Nick and Hannah skydiving, Garrett and Taylor eating dinner in what appears to be an Artechouse immersive exhibit and aerial shots of what looks like a wedding at Great Marsh Estate in Bealeton, Virginia.
—Mimi Montgomery, Axios, 9 Oct. 2024
Spend your time canoodling at the resort, book a day trip to explore Kingstown, the island’s capital, or visit Mustique and Bequia, neighboring Grenadine islands.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 23 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canoodle
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Another adorable snap features Bush and Ocean laughing and cuddling together on a couch.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Eight out of 10 gay couples were depicted in an interior domestic scene, often cuddling on the couch, while nine of the straight couples were shown outdoors in a park, in scenes reminiscent of an engagement photo shoot.—
Reece Rogers,
WIRED,
23 Mar. 2025
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Eventually, the girl wandered into the kitchen and nuzzled against her mother’s armpit.—
Bryan Washington,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
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Some may even try to intervene, while others may comfort their owners by nuzzling or staying close.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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The two first sparked romance rumors when they were spotted getting lunch in Miami in September 2022 and photographed snuggling and kissing at the Rolling Loud Music Festival later that month.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Plus, who doesn’t love an excuse to snuggle with a blanket in the middle of a party? 27.—
Maggie Griswold,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2025
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Kelly wrote in the caption of the post, which showed his hand caressing the baby's fingers.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Hadid was seen kissing, cradling, and caressing her fragrance, Orebella, in the scent Salted Muse.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
20 Mar. 2025
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Overflight video from Feb 7, 2025, shows small lake nestled in snowy crater.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The local restaurant, nestled in the Ballantyne neighborhood, also serves pastas, sandwiches, wings, homemade desserts and more.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2025
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The shot showed the Duchess of Sussex sitting on the grass in a garden and petting her family dog, Momma Mia.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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During the pandemic, when visiting in person wasn’t an option, cyber petting became popular.—
Katie Jackson,
Outside Online,
17 Mar. 2025
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The celebrated entertainer spoons a layer of raspberry puree on a dessert plate, adds a thick slice of fresh coconut cake, and sprinkles on a handful of fresh raspberries.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2025
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Carefully spoon out the thorny flower portions at the center of the artichoke, and pour in a bit of lemon juice to help prevent browning.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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Remove 2 cups of the shrimp mixture from bag; drain and pat dry.—
Liz Mervosh,
Southern Living,
26 Mar. 2025
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But that’s too pat a way of describing something so slippery and alive.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Canoodle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoodle. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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