hugs and kisses
Lovers' tender greetings
Hugs and kisses is an expression of affection, used especially when signing off letters, cards, or messages: Love you—hugs and kisses!
The phrase is often abbreviated as XOXO, where X represents kisses and O represents hugs.
It conveys warmth without requiring the physical acts themselves.
- xoxoAffection in letters
- peckDry measure or quick kiss
- cuddleAffectionate close embrace
- loveIntense fond attachment
- puppy loveImmature romantic attraction
snuggle · warm embrace · familial bond · affection · embrace · caress · endearment · terms of endearment · sweet nothings · warmth · tenderness · smooch · adoration · fondness · nuzzle · lots of love · sending love · greeting
- Love phrasesI love you, miss you, thinking of you, forever yours, you complete me
- Valentine'shearts, red roses, chocolate box, Valentine card, conversation hearts
- Valentinesvalentines, hearts, red roses, love notes, be mine
- love noteslove letter, love note, billet-doux, mash note, valentine
- well-wishesgood luck, best wishes, take care, wishing you well, warm regards
- goodbyesgoodbye, bye, bye-bye, see ya, byebye
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Strikes or expels air
hitting · violence · assault · pushing away · shoving
hugs and kisseshandshake
Mutual palm-gripping gesture
formal bow · firm handshake · salute · arm's length · professional distance
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