How to Use snug in a Sentence

snug

1 of 2 adjective
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  • The shoes were too snug.
  • These jeans are snug around the hips.
  • We were snug in the cabin.
  • The children were snug in their beds.
  • She felt snug under the warm blanket.
  • The waist sits high and snug, while the hint of stretch conforms to your curves.
    — Paula Lee, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2024
  • The band should be snug around your body and not riding up in the back.
    — Laura Lajiness Kaupke, harpersbazaar.com, 30 May 2023
  • The cuffs of the jacket are cinched, which kept them snug against our tester's wrists.
    — Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2024
  • The bra may feel snug at first, but it is meant to mold to your body over time.
    — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 28 Mar. 2023
  • The teak across the main deck was richly grained, with snug joinery.
    — Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2024
  • The Pro just does more to keep out (or let in) outside sounds and keep the buds snug in your ear.
    — Corey Gaskin, Ars Technica, 5 Apr. 2023
  • Both sites make the most of snug lots in ways that are thoughtful and humane.
    — Carolina A. Mirandacolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2022
  • The snug fit ensures that debris will stay out of the water and the cover will stay on the pool.
    — Martha Sorren, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2023
  • Fits well and is snug to the body without feeling too tight.
    — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 June 2023
  • For some on the Common Council, the project may be a little too snug.
    — Erik S. Hanley, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2021
  • Meanwhile, the front of the jeans was too snug through my lower belly area.
    — Sarah Chiwaya, refinery29.com, 15 Aug. 2023
  • This bedding set will give you a warm and snug feeling on chilly nights and stay just right for the rest of the year.
    — Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Your bra should be snug but not overly tight, says Kendall.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Women's Health, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Meanwhile, the three-column hook-and-eye closure in the back makes sure this thing stays snug.
    — Women's Health, 19 Mar. 2023
  • Your footwear should fit snug but not over-tight, with no movement at the heel to avoid blisters.
    — Nathan Borchelt, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2023
  • The narrow fit is perfectly snug in the arch area with enough wiggle room in the toes.
    — Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2023
  • And nothing will keep you feeling warmer or more snug than a pair of soft knee-high socks.
    — Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2023
  • What to Consider The frames are intended to have a snug fit.
    — Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2023
  • But Take Note: The waistband can start to feel too snug after hours of wearing.
    — Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 June 2023
  • Available in sizes newborn through 18-24 months, this footie snaps under the chin for a snug fit.
    — Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 25 Oct. 2023
  • And thanks to the Dri-FIT tech, these socks are also sweat-wicking, breathable, and feel very snug.
    — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 9 Jan. 2023
  • Hooks are an affordable way to max out storage in a snug room.
    — Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Then comes the guilt over even talking about our feelings from our snug places of safety.
    — Dallas News, 15 Mar. 2022
  • Brandi painted beams in Sherwin-Williams Urbane Bronze to add to the snug feel.
    — Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The Go Sport is best worn with dive booties, and its bungee heel strap creates a snug and efficient fit.
    — Chantae Reden, Popular Mechanics, 15 June 2023
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snug

2 of 2 noun
  • Keep the tape snug around the waist, but not compressing the skin.
    — Suzie Glassman, Health.com, 31 Jan. 2022
  • The in-ear design makes the fit a bit more snug in your ears.
    — Jess Grey, Wired, 5 Nov. 2021
  • When putting on a new mask, check for a snug fit around the mouth, nose, and chin.
    — Corryn Wetzel, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jan. 2022
  • The snug fit of the course to his game completes the warm connection.
    — Bryce Miller Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2022
  • The fit of the eight-inch strap was a bit snug to wear over the shoulder for too long.
    — Florrie Thomas, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2022
  • In the clip, the mother of two screamed as the tube flew down the hill, Stormi snug in her lap.
    — Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 2 Jan. 2023
  • Measure around the neck (snug like a collar), around the chest (at the widest part) and down the body (from the base of the neck to the base of the tail).
    — Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping, 30 June 2022
  • Avoid a snug fit to allow for a slight buildup of finish.
    — Rosario Capotosto, Popular Mechanics, 28 Aug. 2021
  • Remove the middle screw in the hinge and drive in the 3-inch screw with a drill until the head of the screw is snug against the hinge.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2022
  • Good fitting boots should feel snug, but not tight, against the sides of your feet.
    — John Thompson, Men's Health, 9 Dec. 2022
  • This workhorse of a sweater can stay fresh, dry, and snug for three days straight.
    — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 28 Dec. 2022
  • The heels are also knitted for a snug fit around your foot.
    — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 10 Nov. 2022
  • The joggers have cuffed ankles and a drawstring at the waist for a snug fit that won't slip.
    — Nicol Natale, Health.com, 27 Oct. 2021
  • With a thick fold, the top will be snug to the head, while a smaller fold allows a slight sag.
    — Vanessa Powell, Men's Health, 18 Oct. 2022
  • The snug fit ensures that debris will stay out of the water and the cover will stay on the pool.
    — Martha Sorren, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2021
  • These sheets are well made, with elastic all around the fitted sheet for a snug fit on the bed.
    — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 14 Nov. 2022
  • There’s an elastic band all around it for a safe, snug fit on the crib mattress.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 16 Sep. 2022
  • Each of these picks has a snug fit and wide band, plus plenty of colors to choose from.
    — Sarah Madaus, SELF, 23 June 2022
  • Earbuds on and worn Vans snug on his feet, Lupe is ready to take off on his board.
    — Shanti Lerner, The Arizona Republic, 9 June 2021
  • If there is space left in the steamer, tuck in more husks, so the tamales will be snug and stay upright.
    — Pati Jinich, Washington Post, 13 Dec. 2022
  • The top features light padding and adjustable straps for a snug fit.
    — Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022
  • This has 9″ of deep fit pockets and the elastic trim fits snug around a crib mattress.
    — Chris Hachey, BGR, 7 June 2021
  • Hats with spandex or elastane have added stretch for a snug fit.
    — Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 16 Dec. 2022
  • KN95s use ear loops while N95s use a headband, which creates a more snug fit.
    — New York Times, 30 Nov. 2021
  • So you’d be forgiven for not knowing about the snug rooms tucked on the top floors in the old staff quarters.
    — Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 15 May 2021
  • One-pieces usually are too loose on top and way too snug on the bottom.
    — Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 July 2022
  • The key to a good thermal shirt is a snug fit to retain as much heat as possible.
    — Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 8 Nov. 2022
  • Keep snug as a bug in oversized puffer coats that can be worn on the mountains, but look just as slick on city streets.
    — Sara Holzman, Marie Claire, 20 Sep. 2021
  • That led the researchers to conclude the magic of double masking all comes down to a more snug fit.
    — Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 20 Jan. 2022
  • Yes, my cheerful, hot cocoa-loving, snug-as-a-bug-in-a-rug next to the fireplace friends, the time is ours.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2021

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