Clasp with one’s arms (7)

I believe the answer is:

embrace

(Other definitions for embrace that I've seen before include "Accept; hold closely" , "Warmly welcome" , "Cuddle" , "Include, contain" , "Hug or accept eagerly" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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