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Embrace

usgb/ɪmˈbreɪs/Volume
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Emotional Context

Use 'embrace' to describe a hug that conveys strong emotions like love or support.

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After hearing the good news, she rushed over to embrace him.
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Physical Gesture

'Embrace' implies a closer, more intimate hug than a casual one.

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They shared a long embrace before saying goodbye.
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