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as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
I feel trouble brewing in the town
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2
as in touches
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 undergoes
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 thinks
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 looks
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 seems
to give the impression of being
it felt like a good idea at the time
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as in feelings
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
the warm feel that fine cashmere gives
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Recent Examples of feels
Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
When a baby or toddler has a meltdown or feels overwhelmed, parents can see it as an opportunity to teach resilience.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
SeeLuNa 2-piece Batwing Sleeve Lounge Set This two-piece set is the kind of outfit that looks styled but feels like pajamas.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Now in his second year at the helm, Base has focused on clarity and curation to create a festival that feels both manageable and memorable.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 8 Nov. 2025
This feels somewhat odd to say — hearing is one of the five senses, surely listening has always been having a bit of a moment?
—Jodi McAlister, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
There’s an intimacy and sensitivity to Roversi’s work that never feels exploitative.
—Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2025
For a stay that feels unique with just a touch of Disney magic, Disney Explorers Lodge is our pick.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
If the thought of hosting a monster bash feels overwhelming, keep it lowkey by inviting just a few friends over for a Halloween dinner, and ask everyone to bring a little something to share.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The Los Angeles County Superior Court ruled in Bezos’ favor, however, with the Amazon founder then requesting that Sánchez covers all legal feels.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 Oct. 2025
Here’s hoping for a future in which pursuing the uncertain feels feasible again.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Clearly feeling all the feels this week, the conservationist dipped further into the family photo album on show day, sharing more pics from childhood through to today while dedicating that night’s dance to his mom.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
And all that matters in this space are the feels.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Checking in feels like coming home.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
This one will give you all the feels and some hard-hitting action.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
By the time Megan seizes control of the reins at the film’s close, the abrupt denouement feels jarringly disconnected rather than organic to the storytelling.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
But now, without improved results between the pipes, the Atlantic Division win the Leafs earned last season feels improbable.
—Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
When a baby or toddler has a meltdown or feels overwhelmed, parents can see it as an opportunity to teach resilience.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
SeeLuNa 2-piece Batwing Sleeve Lounge Set This two-piece set is the kind of outfit that looks styled but feels like pajamas.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Now in his second year at the helm, Base has focused on clarity and curation to create a festival that feels both manageable and memorable.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 8 Nov. 2025
This feels somewhat odd to say — hearing is one of the five senses, surely listening has always been having a bit of a moment?
—Jodi McAlister, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
There’s an intimacy and sensitivity to Roversi’s work that never feels exploitative.
—Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2025
For a stay that feels unique with just a touch of Disney magic, Disney Explorers Lodge is our pick.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
If the thought of hosting a monster bash feels overwhelming, keep it lowkey by inviting just a few friends over for a Halloween dinner, and ask everyone to bring a little something to share.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
The cold pattern will usher in conditions reminiscent of mid-December, with feels-like temperatures expected to plunge into the single digits, teens, and 20s Fahrenheit from the northern Plains through the Midwest, Northeast, and the southern Appalachians.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The Los Angeles County Superior Court ruled in Bezos’ favor, however, with the Amazon founder then requesting that Sánchez covers all legal feels.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 Oct. 2025
Here’s hoping for a future in which pursuing the uncertain feels feasible again.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Clearly feeling all the feels this week, the conservationist dipped further into the family photo album on show day, sharing more pics from childhood through to today while dedicating that night’s dance to his mom.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
And all that matters in this space are the feels.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Checking in feels like coming home.
—Eleanor Flagler Hardy, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025
This one will give you all the feels and some hard-hitting action.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
By the time Megan seizes control of the reins at the film’s close, the abrupt denouement feels jarringly disconnected rather than organic to the storytelling.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feels
Verb
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Minnesota coach Chris Finch senses a growing interest in the tournament for players across the league, noting guys talk openly about it.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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In auto mode, the vacuum automatically senses debris on hard floors and carpet, adjusting its suction power while conserving energy where possible.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Lyon’s magnetism touches the entire cast, but her bits with both Killam’s Boone and Chenoweth’s Tammy really leap off the screen.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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And none of that touches the benefits that could accrue to other people outfitted with BCI chips, who could then communicate and interact with AI systems.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Clyde Sharikova-Sudarma, a local veterinarian who undergoes expensive annual MRIs for an ongoing medical condition, said his premiums could double next year.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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In the wake of Tuesday’s crash, the Federal Aviation Administration effectively grounded all MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts until each undergoes a thorough inspection.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Peter thinks he's won — Milo is home, the threat to his family is gone — but not so fast.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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Grace thinks Pam is talking about herself, in the wake of her husband’s death.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The boy jerks his head as if to wake himself, turns around abruptly and looks the other way, even though there’s nothing special to see besides darkness and emptiness, which is where a living eye should never look.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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The way the Eastern Conference looks right now is only going to make this early-season slump tougher on the Sabres.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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No one knows what the future has in store, but Swinney seems likely to be back at Clemson when the 2026 college football season arrives.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Doku, who seems like a classic ‘confidence player’, seemed to appreciate it and looked genuinely delighted to be named man of the match, too.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Instead, online engagement, which includes official website traffic and social media interactions, provides real-time insight into public excitement and feelings.—
William Jones,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Venus in Scorpio escalates emotional feelings around your financial security and safety.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Microsoft, which celebrated its 50th birthday in April, now sees opportunities to boost its governance.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Despite a local Taiwanese series that covered similar territory, OMG co-founder and CEO Steve Chicorel sees opportunity rather than obstacle.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Feels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feels. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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