1
as in tidy
being clean and in good order
a snug military cadet in dress uniform
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2
as in comfortable
providing physical comfort
a snug cottage that's the perfect retreat for a rustic vacation
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
while snug in our warm beds, we listened to the winter storm raging outside
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as in stuck
firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge
make sure that all screws and nuts in the shelving unit are snug
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as in safe
providing safety
yachtsmen looking for a snug harbor in which to anchor for the night
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Recent Examples of snug
Adam Williams, New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2025
Double-check that your baby is comfortably snug but not restricted.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 23 Jan. 2025
Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 16 May 2023
Then snug the empty vest on your torso.
—Peter Koch, Outside Online, 10 May 2020
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Adjective
The home's sliding glass doors open onto its living room, which is snug and fits a sofa and TV unit, as well as an optional wood-burning stove.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2025
Double-check that your baby is comfortably snug but not restricted.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
How about snugging up with a thematically appropriate movie?
—Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 16 May 2023
Then snug the empty vest on your torso.
—Peter Koch, Outside Online, 10 May 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snug
Adjective
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Crypto holders had the chance to make a tidy profit selling off some of their coins—despite the fact that the stockpile in the end simply included bitcoin and all other crypto assets seized by the government, rendering the details in Trump’s posts moot.—
Ben Walsh,
The Atlantic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Released in 1988, it's rated R and runs a tidy 96 minutes.—
Joe Guillen,
Axios,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Quansah is comfortable in possession and has shown a desire to join attacks when required, but the passes he is required to make as a centre-back differ from those hit by a right-back.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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Loungewear sets are a common airport outfit, but Markle’s striped button-down shirt and matching flared pants looked comfortable, but also polished enough to wear to work or dinner.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The town’s relaxed coffee houses, restaurants, shops and boutiques are just a few steps from The Roundtree.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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For a relaxed paddle in town, head to the lakes at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park, which has a boat ramp and floating docks.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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Waiting until fall to sow grass offers a simpler and safer solution.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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Interest in buying gold can rise sharply in times of uncertainty, as anxious investors seek safe havens for their money.—
TIME,
TIME,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In the black-and-white shot, the couple is relaxing on a couch and Gomez is snuggled up against the music producer, 37.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Johnny is a well-mannered pup who just wants to snuggle up on the couch with his favorite human, his profile says.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Stain tends to interact with natural wood grain, which can create variations that clash with siding, trim, and even your outdoor furniture.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Mar. 2025
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Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry both showed up to the Vanity Fair party, this year held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, sporting a very tightly trim fringe.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
4 Mar. 2025
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Inspired by her search for soft and generously sized bath towels, Camille designed Body by Love to enhance our bathroom rituals.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 Mar. 2025
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Color choices include dun, icy blue, gray, Pacific blue, soft rose, and white.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This prevents dormant accounts with unlimited access from becoming potential security risks over a period of time, ensuring tighter control over permissions.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Few films have ever induced such immense tonal whiplash while exhibiting such tight formal control over their transformations.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Snug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snug. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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