
Fold somebody in your arms
Emotional Connection
Used to express deep emotions, such as love or relief, during a reunion or comforting moment.

After being apart for so long, she folded him in her arms, tears streaming down her face.
Physical Gesture
Involves actually wrapping your arms around another person, not just a metaphor.

Seeing the child's scraped knee, the mother folded him in her arms to soothe his pain.
Intimate Act
Often used to describe a close and personal interaction, suggesting a strong bond between people.

They stood silently, he folded her in his arms, and they watched the sunset together.
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