bearhug
Tight full-body squeeze
A bearhug is a tight, enveloping embrace with both arms wrapped around someone, like a bear might clutch its prey.
The term suggests affection but also overwhelming force: He greeted me with a bearhug that nearly knocked me over.
In business, a bearhug is an unsolicited takeover offer so generous that the target company's board feels pressure to accept.
Firm bilateral compression
- claspSecuring device that clicks
- gripSecure manual hold
- holdMaintain in grasp
- clinchSettle beyond doubt
enfold · envelop · wrap · encircle · cradle · clutch · snuggle · nestle
Forced grounding maneuver
- grapplingClose-quarters combat technique
- clinchSettle beyond doubt
- pinPointed metal fastener
- submissionYielding to another's will
hold · restraint · lockdown · opponent · reversal · escape · defense · counter
Overwhelming in intensity
- tightFirmly stretched or fitting
- powerfulHaving great strength
- overwhelmingIntensely excessive in force
- smotheringDepriving of air
constricting · suffocating · forceful · stranglehold · immobilizing · inescapable · bone-crushing · breathless
Heat you feel
- fondnessWarm liking or affection
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
- closenessState of proximity
- comfortEase or soothing relief
reassurance · devotion · bonding · kinship · heartfelt · sincerity · welcome · greeting
Protecting from harm
- shelteringProtecting from elements
- comfortingGiving emotional ease
- reassuringRestoring calm or confidence
- safeguardingPreventing harm or loss
enveloping · cocoon · secure · safe · guardian · sanctuary · refuge · haven
squeeze
Firm bilateral compression
clinch · enfold · envelop · wrap · encircle · cradle · clutch · snuggle · nestle · cling
takedown
Forced grounding maneuver
submission · hold · restraint · lockdown · opponent · reversal · escape · defense · counter · immobilize
crushing
Overwhelming in intensity
- tightFirmly stretched or fitting
- powerfulHaving great strength
- overwhelmingIntensely excessive in force
smothering · constricting · suffocating · forceful · stranglehold · immobilizing · inescapable · bone-crushing · breathless · unyielding
warmth
Heat you feel
- fondnessWarm liking or affection
- tendernessGentle, caring quality
- closenessState of proximity
comfort · reassurance · devotion · bonding · kinship · heartfelt · sincerity · welcome · greeting · reunion
shielding
Protecting from harm
- shelteringProtecting from elements
- comfortingGiving emotional ease
- reassuringRestoring calm or confidence
safeguarding · enveloping · cocoon · secure · safe · guardian · sanctuary · refuge · haven · maternal
bearhughandshake
Mutual palm-gripping gesture
no contact · air kiss · finger wave · fist bump · nod
bearhugcold shoulder
Intentional dismissive treatment
snub · rebuff · dismissal · brush-off · indifference
bearhughostile takeover
Unwanted corporate buyout attempt
hostile bid · proxy fight · dawn raid · corporate raid · tender offer