nestle

/ˈnɛsəl/
verb
  1. To settle or lie comfortably and closely, often against something soft or warm.
    • He nestled into the soft couch after a long day.
    • The kitten nestled in the warm blanket.
    • She nestled her head against her mother's shoulder.
  2. To place or press something gently into a snug position.
    • He nestled the fragile vase into a box full of packing peanuts.
    • The gardener nestled the seeds into the soft soil.
    • She nestled the baby's toy next to him in the crib.
  3. To be situated in a sheltered or hidden spot.
    • A tiny café nestles at the end of the quiet street.
    • The village nestles among the pine trees.
    • The small cottage nestles in a valley between two hills.
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