to the touch

phrase

used to say that something feels a certain way when touched
Sand the wood until it is smooth to the touch.

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Aim to water a pothos plant when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026 Red Kap’s clever pants are made from proprietary cooling fabric that feels chill to the touch for all-day comfort. Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026 It’s made of 100 percent cotton that’s soft to the touch and washes well, according to reviewers. Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 Water petunias when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for to the touch

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“To the touch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20the%20touch. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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