a feeling of

idiom

: a sensation of (some emotional or physical state, such as comfort, loyalty, safety, etc.)
The new security patrols gave residents a feeling of safety.

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These practices nurture a feeling of safety and defiance, Stewart argues. Danielle Amir Jackson, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025 There’s an element of the usual push outside the comfort zone to find a feeling of accomplishment. Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 Fiber is a nutrient that stabilizes blood sugar levels and provides a feeling of fullness after eating. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 28 Aug. 2025 The singles who made it to the end were less polished, which imparted a feeling of spontaneity sorely lacking here. Laura Bradley, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for a feeling of

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“A feeling of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20feeling%20of. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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