How to say hugging thighs in English?

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However, this has also led to the same "thigh-hugging" policy as that of Britain to the United States: always keep close contact with powerful partners when formulating policies.

But it has also led to a policy of "hugging her", a bit like Britain's policy towards the United States: embracing stronger partners in the hope of shaping its policies.