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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
If your complexion feels dry or irritated, any Illiyoon product or treatment will pretty much do the trick.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026
Max Scherzer looks sharp, feels fresh Max Scherzer scraped his cleats on the back of the Minnesota Twins’ spring mound before stepping in for his first pitch on Friday.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Hyland feels sympathy for young people who experience a degree of confusion and disorientation.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Jacir wants to show a cross section of people’s responses to these events, but the result often feels like scattershot scenes from a longer miniseries, flitting from one character to another with little narrative thrust or cohesion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
What is typically a joyous holiday meant to kick off the Persian new year feels drastically different this year as many in Atlanta’s Iranian community worry about the safety of their relatives overseas.
—Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
The suspense feels dangerous and exciting.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 20 Mar. 2026
That's my puzzle, just trying to make sure that feels natural.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Joe Reid, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
With the glut of talent on the backend, turning a risky defenseman into a young impact forward while his value is still at a high feels like an avenue worth exploring.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Miraflores, meanwhile, is also chock-a-block with great shopping and restaurants, though the rush-hour honking gets louder, and various corners have distinctly different feels, from the very commercial to the quaint and old-school.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
In some ways, that Fennell’s Wuthering Heights is this vacuous and one-dimensional feels like progress.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Introducing the pair through a press tour that intoxicates but doesn’t welcome fans in feels, if nothing else, honest.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
These days will feel even colder as a gusty northwest breeze will drop the feels like temperatures into the upper 20s to around 30°.
—Steven Sosna, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead, there's a certain lightness to February's feels.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
This one will give you all the feels and some hard-hitting action.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
Picking a cocktail from the extensive menu feels akin to being a kid in a sweet shop.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
If your complexion feels dry or irritated, any Illiyoon product or treatment will pretty much do the trick.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026
Max Scherzer looks sharp, feels fresh Max Scherzer scraped his cleats on the back of the Minnesota Twins’ spring mound before stepping in for his first pitch on Friday.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Hyland feels sympathy for young people who experience a degree of confusion and disorientation.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2026
Jacir wants to show a cross section of people’s responses to these events, but the result often feels like scattershot scenes from a longer miniseries, flitting from one character to another with little narrative thrust or cohesion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
What is typically a joyous holiday meant to kick off the Persian new year feels drastically different this year as many in Atlanta’s Iranian community worry about the safety of their relatives overseas.
—Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
The suspense feels dangerous and exciting.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 20 Mar. 2026
That's my puzzle, just trying to make sure that feels natural.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
The pairing of Day-Lewis and DiCaprio is electric, and seeing Leo go toe-to-toe with the legendary thespian feels like Leo is finally living up to his potential as an A-lister.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
With the glut of talent on the backend, turning a risky defenseman into a young impact forward while his value is still at a high feels like an avenue worth exploring.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Miraflores, meanwhile, is also chock-a-block with great shopping and restaurants, though the rush-hour honking gets louder, and various corners have distinctly different feels, from the very commercial to the quaint and old-school.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
In some ways, that Fennell’s Wuthering Heights is this vacuous and one-dimensional feels like progress.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Introducing the pair through a press tour that intoxicates but doesn’t welcome fans in feels, if nothing else, honest.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
These days will feel even colder as a gusty northwest breeze will drop the feels like temperatures into the upper 20s to around 30°.
—Steven Sosna, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
Instead, there's a certain lightness to February's feels.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 8 Feb. 2026
This one will give you all the feels and some hard-hitting action.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feels
Verb
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Finch senses the team figuring itself out as well.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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If a significant bloc of them begins to resist the preferences of the Revolutionary Guard or the remnants of Khamenei’s inner circle, that will signal that the clerical establishment senses the wind shifting.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This contemporary, topical story touches on many current hot button issues while delighting audiences with memorable songs and explosive dances.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Her work touches on social justice issues and is often deeply emotional.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Also, stars in this frenzied state aren’t terribly stable; the fusion rate can be tempestuous, and the star undergoes incredibly violent paroxysms.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
20 Mar. 2026
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The project arrives as West Palm Beach undergoes a dramatic transformation.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Lawmakers said Next Generation 911 needs more oversight At least one lawmaker present on Tuesday thinks that the state should not move forward with the statewide design.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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Shooman thinks that the people behind these new studios and distribution labels could be part of a larger effort to reshape the entertainment landscape.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After rolling through the Big East tournament last week, Pitino's current team looks poised to do even better — but the Johnnies didn't take this opener for granted.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Farke’s decision will set the tone for that crucial opening spell as Elland Road looks for a statement before their rivals for Premier League safety — Tottenham Hotspur, Nottingham Forest and West Ham — play on Sunday.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For now, the Halligan appeal remains the clearest test case, and the administration seems dead-set on appealing it until the Supreme Court decides whether to consider the matter for a merits argument.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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The hotel seems to mirror the mood – its clean marble surfaces glowing with light.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Your 12th House of Subtlety wakes as the Moon settles into Aries, inviting gentle reflection by writing a private note to capture feelings before obligations crowd your day.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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But for as much as Rick and Morty understands geekdom and storytelling conventions, the secret sauce is how much the series is interested in understanding feelings.—
Eric Vilas-Boas,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a news release shared on social media, the Bell Police Department urged residents to stay alert due to an increase in reports related to the crime, which sees the suspects following their victims after cash is withdrawn.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Poznan Mayor Jacek Jaśkowiak sees domestic innovation as a third wave in Poland’s postsocialist economic development.—
Claudia Ciobanu,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Feels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feels. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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