nestled; nestling
ˈne-s(ə-)liŋ 
1
archaic
: nest sense 1
2
: to settle snugly or comfortably
3
: to lie in an inconspicuous or sheltered manner
1
: to settle, shelter, or house in or as if in a nest
the children were nestled all snug in their beds—
Clement Moore
Clement Moore2
: to press closely and affectionately
nestles a kitten in her arms
Examples of nestle in a Sentence
He nestled his head against his mother's shoulder.
She carefully nestled the hamster into its cage.
The fly ball nestled into the outfielder's glove.
Recent Examples on the Web
Property description: For up to four guests, this unique property, nestled in the trees, offers a different view of the area, quite literally.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 13 Apr. 2024
Florida Keys Arts Districts Key West’s Art District, nestled in the heart of this tropical paradise, offers visitors a unique blend of artistic expression, island charm, and historical significance.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Two dozen lifelike babies lie nestled in a nursery right now in Traci Knoppe's Missouri home.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
One of these traditional hot-spring resort towns is Yamashiro Onsen, nestled in the foothills of Mt. Hakusan.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Auberge du Soleil has long been considered the most luxurious place to stay in Napa Valley, nestled into a 33-acre olive grove on a peaceful hilltop in Rutherford.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2024
Here's how much snow has fallen in 2024 so far
Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon National Park
Unlike other historic places to stay at the national park, Phantom Ranch is nestled at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
But nestled in so many songs are tender pledges to safeguard and nurture, obvious forms of love letters to her children.
—USA TODAY, 29 Mar. 2024
Louisville is nestled on the Ohio River and is home to the famous Kentucky Derby as well as Whiskey Row, the former hub of the bourbon industry, on historic Main Street.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 13 Apr. 2024
Florida Keys Arts Districts Key West’s Art District, nestled in the heart of this tropical paradise, offers visitors a unique blend of artistic expression, island charm, and historical significance.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
Two dozen lifelike babies lie nestled in a nursery right now in Traci Knoppe's Missouri home.
—David Oliver, USA TODAY, 2 Apr. 2024
One of these traditional hot-spring resort towns is Yamashiro Onsen, nestled in the foothills of Mt. Hakusan.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Auberge du Soleil has long been considered the most luxurious place to stay in Napa Valley, nestled into a 33-acre olive grove on a peaceful hilltop in Rutherford.
—Amy Louise Bailey, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2024
Here's how much snow has fallen in 2024 so far
Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon National Park
Unlike other historic places to stay at the national park, Phantom Ranch is nestled at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
But nestled in so many songs are tender pledges to safeguard and nurture, obvious forms of love letters to her children.
—USA TODAY, 29 Mar. 2024
Louisville is nestled on the Ohio River and is home to the famous Kentucky Derby as well as Whiskey Row, the former hub of the bourbon industry, on historic Main Street.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Nestle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nestle. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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