feel for

phrasal verb

felt for; feeling for; feels for

1

: to search for (something) by reaching or touching usually with the fingers

The doctor felt for any possible fractures in the patient's bruised ribs.

He felt for the light switch.

2

: to have sympathy or pity for (someone)

I feel (deeply) for you, but there's nothing I can do to help.

Examples of feel for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Colorado's mountain snowpack is off to its slowest start in decades, and the ramifications that could come with that dry start could be felt for years to come if something doesn't change. —Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 30 Dec. 2025

The shoes have a sleek silhouette that dresses up casual outfits, yet a comfortable feel for easy all-day wear. —Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025

Read plant labels and catalogue descriptions to get a feel for an individual plant’s preference. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025

Thanks to the brand’s PureGel cushioning and FF Blast foam midsoles, these shoes provide a lightweight, cloud-like feel for all-day comfort. —Staff Author updated, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2025

Rhymes for feel for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore