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Nape

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Physical SensationPlay
Often used when describing a physical feeling on the neck, like touch or pain. SlideA shiver ran down the nape of my neck.
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Emotional IntimacyPlay
Touching the nape can suggest closeness or affection in romantic contexts. SlideHe gently caressed the nape of her neck.
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VulnerabilityPlay
The nape can symbolize a vulnerable or exposed area, often in fiction or storytelling. SlideThe hero's nape was exposed to the attacker.