Snuffled

To 'snuffle' means to breathe noisily through the nose, often accompanied by sniffing, and can indicate a range of actions from seeking out something with the nose, to expressing distress, or experiencing nasal congestion. The sound is typically a short, rasping inhalation or exhalation, frequently associated with a blocked or irritated nasal passage. It can describe a human or animal behavior. This action often implies a close proximity to a surface or object of interest. The term can be interpreted neutrally, conveying a simple physical action, or it can suggest more complex emotions like curiosity or unhappiness, depending on the context.

Snuffled meaning with examples

• The puppy snuffled excitedly at the base of the tree, its wet nose twitching as it investigated the scent trail left by a rabbit. His excitement suggested his nose may finally be close.
• The detective cautiously snuffled through the dusty archives, searching for clues hidden among the old documents and the dust in order to obtain the files.
• Feeling congested, the child snuffled and sniffed while trying to blow his nose. The tissue wasn't enough to stem the flow and he cried.
• Wrapped in a blanket on the porch swing, the elderly woman snuffled, enjoying the crisp autumn air before the leaves began to fall to the ground and litter the lawn.
• Exhausted after the long hike, the tired hiker snuffled from one scent to the other, and the other to try and find his way back to the trail and hopefully to the car.