| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Strokes or fondles | ||
| Rubs gently | ||
| Soft hugs | Newsday | 05 Jan 2025 |
| Expressions of love | Newsday | 04 Apr 2021 |
| Female pandas possibly canoodling | The Telegraph Toughie | 27 Aug 2020 |
| Hugs | Newsday | 02 Oct 2018 |
| Tender touches | The Washington Post | 28 Jul 2016 |
| Signs of affection | Newsday | 14 Feb 2016 |
| Soothing strokes | ||
| Loving touches | ||
| Touches affectionately | ||
| Pets | ||
| Strokes gently | ||
| Nice brushes | ||
| Treats lovingly | ||
| Loving touches | ||
| Tender touches | ||
| Gives a big hug | ||
| Strokes | ||
| Tender touches | ||
| Touches with affection | ||
| Affectionate strokes | ||
| Signs of fondness | ||
| Strokes | ||
| Strokes | ||
| Pets | ||
| Expressions of love | ||
| Pets | ||
| Tender touches | ||
| Actions by some who woo | ||
| Fondles | ||
| Acts of endearment. | ||
| Pet and pat. | ||
| Fondles. | ||
| Tender touches. | ||
| Signs of affection. | ||
| Signs of love. | ||
| Touches gently. |