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nestles

/ˈnesəlz/ /ˈnesl̩z/

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verb

Se blottir, se nicher

To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.

Examples :

"The cat nestles between the warm blankets on the couch. "

Le chat se blottit entre les couvertures chaudes sur le canapé.

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verb

Se blottir, se nicher

To press oneself against another affectionately.

Examples :

"The tired puppy nestles against its mother for warmth and comfort. "

Le chiot fatigué se blottit contre sa mère pour trouver chaleur et réconfort.

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Se nicher, se blottir

To lie half-hidden or in shelter.

Examples :

"The old shop nestled between the newer apartment buildings."

La vieille boutique se nichait entre les immeubles plus récents.

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verb

nidifie, niche

To build or sit upon a nest.

Examples :

"The bird nestles in its freshly built nest high in the tree. "

L'oiseau niche dans son nid fraîchement construit en haut de l'arbre.

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verb

Prendre soin de ses petits

Of a bird: to look after its young.

Examples :

"The mother bird nestles her chicks, keeping them warm and safe in their nest. "

L'oiseau mère prend soin de ses petits, les gardant au chaud et en sécurité dans leur nid.

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verb

Se blottir, se nicher

To move or place into a comfortable position

Examples :

"The cat nestles comfortably in my lap, purring softly. "

Le chat se blottit confortablement sur mes genoux, ronronnant doucement.