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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Soft to the touch and easy to clean, these baskets will add a touch of luxury to your decor, providing a convenient location for storing blankets or accessories around the home. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026 The bestselling Long Sleeve Mock Neck Top is an ultra-soft, feather-light, breathable, and cool to the touch flattering quarter zip style. ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026 Bake for 50 minutes, until the logs are lightly browned and firm to the touch. Laura McLively, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026 Bake until the mini cakes spring back to the touch and a knife inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 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 18 Aug. 2026.

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