gently cradle

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

To hold something or someone carefully and protectively.

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  • She would gently cradle the newborn baby in her arms.
  • The mother gently cradled her sleeping infant against her chest.
  • He picked the child up and gently cradled him in his arms.
  • The nurse learned to gently cradle premature babies for comfort.
  • She gently cradled the injured bird in her cupped hands.
  • The father would gently cradle his daughter's head while she slept.
  • You should gently cradle the fragile ornament when moving it.
  • The therapist showed her how to gently cradle the phone receiver.
  • He gently cradled the antique vase to avoid dropping it.
  • The caregiver would gently cradle each patient's arm during treatment.