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

His contributions to our program, the NIU Community, DeKalb and the game of baseball have been felt and will continue to be felt for years to come. —Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025

While there are conflicting opinions about skinny jeans, loose-fitting denim is having a moment thanks to its laidback look and comfortable feel for lounging and going out. —Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025

This helps make the world and characters feel even richer, giving you some vital looks into the relationships between key characters — like fleshing out the begrudging respect the ruthless mercenary Gafgarion feels for Ramza. —Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025

Anthony and Casas could win several challenges in 2026 with their feel for the strike zone, adding further offensive value for a Red Sox team on the rise. —Tim Crowley, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for feel for

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