The cat curled up on the sofa, purring contentedly.

Meaning: The cat made its body into a small, tight shape on the long, upholstered seat and made a low, continuous sound to show its satisfaction.

Choice of Words: Curled means to bend or coil into a small, tight shape. Sofa is a long, upholstered seat for multiple people. Purring is a low, continuous sound made by cats, often expressing contentment.

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Related Expressions

• The cat curled up on the couch, purring contentedly.
• The cat curled up on the couch, purring contentedly as it drifted off to sleep.
• The cat curled up on the sofa and slept.
• The cat curled up and took a cozy nap on the sofa.
• The cat purred contentedly on the sofa.
• The cat curled up on the couch and fell asleep, purring softly.
• The cat curled up on the couch, purring softly as it slept.
• The purring cat curled up in a cozy corner.
• The cat curled up on the couch, purring softly to itself.
• The cat curled up on the couch, purring softly.