Meaning & use
curl up
To bend the body into a rounded, compact shape, often for warmth, comfort, or protection.
See it in a sentence
The cat curled up on the windowsill and fell asleep in the afternoon sun.
She curled up on the couch with a blanket and a good book on the rainy afternoon.
A note on using this word
Curl up is often followed by a location, like 'curl up on the sofa,' describing a relaxed, protective, or cozy posture.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
stretch out
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