Synonyms of bear hug

Antonyms of bear hug

Collocations of bear hug

warm hug
Frequency: 60 %

She gave him a warm hug to comfort him after a rough day.

tight bear hug
Frequency: 55 %

He gave her a tight bear hug before leaving for his trip.

big bear hug
Frequency: 50 %

The children ran to their father for a big bear hug when he returned from work.

friendly hug
Frequency: 45 %

She greeted her old friend with a friendly hug at the airport.

Idiomatic Expressions for bear hug

  • Phrase: bear hug someone/something
    Meaning: to hold onto someone or something tightly, often in a forceful or aggressive manner
    Usage: The wrestler bear hugged his opponent and slammed him to the ground.