懐く
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Meanings
- to become attached (to), to take (to), to become affectionate (with), to be tamed, to get close (e.g. to someone emotionally), to become intimate (with)
- to hold in one's arms (e.g. a baby), to embrace, to hug
- to have (a thought or feeling), to hold, to harbour (suspicion, doubt, etc.), to harbor, to bear (a grudge, ill will, etc.), to entertain (hope, illusions, etc.), to cherish (e.g. an ambition)
- to hold in one's arms (e.g. a baby), to embrace, to hug
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Example sentences
That puppy quickly became attached to me and followed me everywhere I went.
Stray cats rarely become attached to people, but this cat is an exception.
She set off for a new land, cherishing hope in her heart.
The principal was relieved to see the young children quickly take to the new teacher.
For many years, he harbored doubt deep in his heart, but never revealed it to anyone.
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