a feeling of

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: 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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All the locals are tired after another demanding [tourism] season, but at the same time, there is a feeling of optimism. Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026 Participants, mostly males 14 to 20 years old, are drawn to the thrills of the jump amplified by social media and anchored by a feeling of invincibility. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026 At Everton’s Finch Farm training ground on Tuesday, there was a feeling of optimism after late deals had been struck to sign Balogun and Lyon’s Ainsley Maitland-Niles, with Jack Grealish returning on loan from Manchester City. Tom Burrows, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 The Straits of Florida glisten and the sun leaves a feeling of hazy contentment. Oliver Wu, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026 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 19 Sep. 2026.

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