Hugs are the best medicine.
Meaning: Hugs are considered to be the most effective way to provide comfort and emotional support during times of distress.
Choice of Words: Hugs are physical embraces between two or more people. Are indicates the existence or occurrence of something. The refers to a specific or particular thing. Best means most excellent or desirable. Medicine refers to a substance or treatment used to cure or relieve an illness.
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