Answer: bearhug

AnswerCrossword Clue
BEARHUG

Warm embrace that each of the starred clues is wrapped in

BEARHUG

Greeter's squeeze

BEARHUG

Show of affection

BEARHUG
Coach Bryant's embrace?
BEARHUG
Strong embrace
BEARHUGWrestler's maneuver
BEARHUGHearty greeting
BEARHUGWrestling hold
BEARHUGTight squeeze?
BEARHUGVery affectionate embrace.
BEARHUGTight squeeze
BEARHUGChicago embrace?
BEARHUGPessimist's affectionate greeting?
BEARHUGTight embrace
BEARHUGHearty embrace
BEARHUGAffectionate greeting
BEARHUGEmbrace from a pessimist?
BEARHUGHearty show of affection
BEARHUGEnthusiastic greeting
BEARHUGTight hold