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What does it mean?
He jokes that he has never cuddled anyone else’s (presumably pets).
In plain terms
He claims never to have cuddled another’s pet.
What can you take from it?
He prefers his own companions.

Where it applies

  • talking about pet ownership
  • social gatherings

Putting it to work

  • respect personal boundaries

Questions to consider

  • Why might someone avoid cuddling others’ pets?
  • What does this say about personal space?

Another view

The statement is whimsical and lacks broader relevance.

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