as in touching
medical
to examine (part of the body) by touching it
The doctor palpated his ribs to see if there was any tenderness.
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This was the first day the S & P 500 crossed above the 7500 threshold, touching a high of 7517.
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Urban nature expert Derk Ehlert warned in a post on the city of Berlin website against approaching and touching the caterpillars or their nests.
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The relaxed silhouette has the same easygoing feel, and the floral print adds personality without feeling unwearable.
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The bias cut drapes smoothly, and the mocha dot print (my favorite option) adds a subtle statement without feeling too loud.
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Right now, Amazon has it on sale for 33% off, sending the price tag below $100 and shaving $50 off.
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Borrowers with strong credit may be able to qualify for a rate below that threshold, and shaving even half a point off your rate can add meaningful room to your price ceiling.
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The one-sided conversation ended with Hocevar patting Wallace on the shoulder — defusing the tension while offering little remorse.
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If raw red onion is too strong for you, let the slices soak in ice water for 15 to 30 minutes before draining, patting dry, and adding to the salad.
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And, of course, Vitello finished the circus by brushing the whole thing under the rug.
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Each style was crafted from leather treated with manual washing, brushing and finishing techniques.
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In the photo, the Babygirl actress could be seen tapping into her screen siren status by posing with her hands tousling her curls.
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In other words, the reason for tapping the equity should make sense from a financial standpoint, experts said.
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“Palpating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palpating. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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