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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
I feel trouble brewing in the town
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2
as in to touch
to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin
feel this blanket and perceive how soft it is
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3
as in to experience
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
with the birth of their first child the couple came to feel true happiness for the first time
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as in to think
to have as an opinion
I just feel that we haven't explored all of our options for raising funds
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as in to look
to search for something blindly or uncertainly
the sudden blackout had us feeling around in the dark for a flashlight
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as in feeling
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
the warm feel that fine cashmere gives
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Recent Examples of feel
Nora Colomer
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Politics feel particularly pertinent in this year’s Emmys race because the last time Donald Trump ascended to the Oval Office, the TV Academy responded by awarding The Handmaid’s Tale Outstanding Drama Series.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 3 May 2025
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Soaring ceilings give them a luxuriously spacious feel, and each has a private deck overlooking the sea.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Here's a list of splurge-worthy selections that will make moms on your shopping list feel special this holiday.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
Politics feel particularly pertinent in this year’s Emmys race because the last time Donald Trump ascended to the Oval Office, the TV Academy responded by awarding The Handmaid’s Tale Outstanding Drama Series.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 3 May 2025
Noun
From vases that display your favorite blooms to throw blankets that give your bedroom a light and airy feel, these picks will breathe fresh life into each room (once you're done with your spring cleaning)—all while staying within your budget.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Soaring ceilings give them a luxuriously spacious feel, and each has a private deck overlooking the sea.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feel
Verb
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The study also found that movement positively impacted interoception, or the ability to sense internal states, which is foundational for emotional regulation and stress recovery.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Stack can sense that death is coming for the old man.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
19 Apr. 2025
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Others, mainly the vegetables, feel more touched by Clark’s taste and experiences as a chef.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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The Warriors were so out of sorts that there were possessions when Curry and Butler were on the floor together and didn’t touch the ball before a shot was taken.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
Verb
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As more than 100 wildfires burn across Florida, much of the state is experiencing a drought.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Debby Lee, the daughter of Hmong immigrants from Laos, experienced this kind of frustration firsthand.—
Bernard J. Wolfson and Vanessa G. Sánchez,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The workshop acknowledges that people usually think of consent and boundaries in extreme terms.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Browns must think otherwise to be taking him with a top 100 pick, but this one is hard to explain.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Mikko has food aversion, often eating only certain colors and textures, so the family looks for grocery stores and lodging that have a kitchen or at least a microwave.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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The Kings are looking to end their postseason nightmare, which has seen the Oilers knock them out in the first round for three straight years.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Later, while Williams was in prison for a different crime, a man who had shared a cell with him wrote a letter to the district attorney, saying Williams seemed very interested in the DNA testing that had been done in the case.—
Gina Barton,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Romero seems to be flirting with a potential move to Spain this summer, which might explain why Spurs tried to sign Guehi earlier this year.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Mummy Pig talks pregnancy, big feelings Kelce, also pregnant with her fourth daughter at the time, extended her congratulations and asked how Mummy Pig's other children, Peppa and George, were handling the news.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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That feeling was reaffirmed during a trip to Louisiana last week when Campbell pancaked his future coach.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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From New York to Hollywood and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to Comments Stars have been everywhere this week.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Sey, who saw an opening in the market for a brand that speaks out on behalf of females everywhere, noted that no other athletic label is doing what XX-XY Athletics sets out to accomplish.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Feel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feel. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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