cubarsi
Definition
A reflexive verb derived from the noun 'cubo' (cube), used colloquially to describe the act of physically curling up or folding into a square-like or compact shape.
Architecturally or geometrically, to arrange oneself or objects into a cubic configuration.
In slang, to hide away in a small, enclosed space, essentially 'cubing oneself' until the world stops being annoying.
Examples
Quando la sveglia suona alle sei, cerco solo di cubarsi sotto il piumone per evitare l'esistenza.
When the alarm rings at six, I just try to cube myself under the duvet to avoid existence.
Il gatto ha deciso di cubarsi perfettamente dentro quella scatola di scarpe troppo piccola per lui.
The cat decided to cube himself perfectly inside that shoebox that was way too small for him.
Dopo otto ore di riunioni inutili, l'unica soluzione dignitosa è cubarsi in un angolo del divano.
After eight hours of useless meetings, the only dignified solution is to cube yourself in a corner of the couch.