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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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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
ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
Fear may thrive in the shadows, but here, under bright fluorescent lights, the terror feels even more malevolent, something ambient and inescapable.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
His ability to draw penalties and drive pressure in the offensive zone feels unique to him, an evolution of Erik Karlsson and Cale Makar before him.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Check soil moisture regularly and water containers deeply when the upper two inches of soil feels dry to the touch.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Lolita feels like a suspiciously low lift for advanced seminar.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
In an age where takeout and food delivery is abundant, Perini’s take on having restaurant quality meals in the comfort of your own home feels special.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Because for the first time in what feels like a lifetime, Brunson and Towns are Brunson-and-Towns.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
Sleeping positions and firmness Beyond mattress type, your preferred sleep position and mattress firmness (how hard or soft a bed feels) are other important factors to consider when buying a mattress.
—Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Phillies game forecast After a stellar Opening Day forecast, Saturday's Rangers-Phillies game will feel more like October baseball, with a feels-like temperature of around 39 degrees for first pitch.
—Grant Gilmore, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Look at weather apps and listen to forecasters for information about the UV index, heat warnings, and the feels-like temperature.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The feels-like temperature will be 71 degrees.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Mar. 2026
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
Verb
Featuring one-of-a-kind prints and stand out colors, each piece feels special -- like it was made just for you.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
Fear may thrive in the shadows, but here, under bright fluorescent lights, the terror feels even more malevolent, something ambient and inescapable.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
His ability to draw penalties and drive pressure in the offensive zone feels unique to him, an evolution of Erik Karlsson and Cale Makar before him.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Check soil moisture regularly and water containers deeply when the upper two inches of soil feels dry to the touch.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
Lolita feels like a suspiciously low lift for advanced seminar.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
In an age where takeout and food delivery is abundant, Perini’s take on having restaurant quality meals in the comfort of your own home feels special.
—Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Because for the first time in what feels like a lifetime, Brunson and Towns are Brunson-and-Towns.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
Sleeping positions and firmness Beyond mattress type, your preferred sleep position and mattress firmness (how hard or soft a bed feels) are other important factors to consider when buying a mattress.
—Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Noun
A lot happens, but little feels earned; the tone is an uneasy blend of zany and sour.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 2 Apr. 2026
Phillies game forecast After a stellar Opening Day forecast, Saturday's Rangers-Phillies game will feel more like October baseball, with a feels-like temperature of around 39 degrees for first pitch.
—Grant Gilmore, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
Look at weather apps and listen to forecasters for information about the UV index, heat warnings, and the feels-like temperature.
—Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
The feels-like temperature will be 71 degrees.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feels
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But the organ that senses those hormones is usually separate from the one that delivers the sperm; in male octopuses, the hectocotylus does both.—
Cody Cottier,
Scientific American,
2 Apr. 2026
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Someone senses something is wrong — unstable snow, deteriorating conditions, a risky route — but speaking up means challenging the plan and slowing everyone down.—
Jane Sadowsky,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Becky Shaw touches something tender and doesn't stop there.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Apr. 2026
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The restaurant doesn’t represent a single Asian cuisine but touches many cultures, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and Indonesian among them.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Students and faculty in TCU’s theater and music programs will temporarily relocate to four spaces as the College of Fine Arts’ Ed Landreth Hall undergoes renovations.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Apr. 2026
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Yuri undergoes a pretty big character arc this season and is forced to grow in a lot of ways.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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At least, Fowler, who’s covered every season since the franchise’s inception, thinks so.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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Robin thinks the lopsided representation likely has something to do with genetic differences between people of different racial groups — specifically in genes for athletic or intellectual abilities.—
Megan Molteni,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Despite being a newbie in the NBA and everything that comes along with it, the Charlotte Hornets’ rising rookie looks as composed as a veteran at times.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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The coverage of showers and storms looks hit-or-miss.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Service, on my visits, was a bit spacey, but it’s been tightening up; the tone of the place seems to be in progress, too, oscillating between that of a neighborhood joint, an amorous date-night nook, and a sceney hot spot.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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Everything seems possible after a nervy 136-134 overtime victory over San Antonio at rowdy Ball Arena.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As the graceful Moon opposes Jupiter later, big feelings meet even bigger hopes.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Lee, who grew up a fan of chicken nuggets, echoed the feelings of childhood nostalgia, and why McDonald’s was more than a fast-food place.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The spa There’s no spa, but the on-site fitness room has weights, yoga mats, treadmills, and a Peloton bike that sees regular use.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Marcus sees herself taking the pill long term, with a goal of losing around 30 pounds.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Feels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feels. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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