cosy up

cosy up
a) To snuggle.

If you two are cold, you can cosy up by the fireplace.

b) To come physically close to, using body language in an attempt to persuade another (often hesitant) party to snuggle or embrace.

He forgot the whole argument when she cosied up to him on the couch.


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