as in physical
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relating to the sense of touch
The thick brushstrokes give the painting a tactile quality. visual and tactile experiences
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Recent Examples of tactile
The coastline became an aesthetic backdrop rather than a tactile activity.
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Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Aug. 2025
Rattan chairs, wicker baskets, and linen drapes or slipcovers create depth and a tactile quality that complements the simple color scheme.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
The tactile quality of putting the cartridge in the back of the console and jumping right into the gameplay without having to punch in a password was refreshing.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 19 July 2025
Meanwhile, the Azoth X uses Asus ROG NX Snow V2 switches—linear switches with 40 grams of actuation force—making this board a great option for typists who don't need tactile feedback.
—PC Magazine, 17 July 2025
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Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Aug. 2025
Rattan chairs, wicker baskets, and linen drapes or slipcovers create depth and a tactile quality that complements the simple color scheme.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
The tactile quality of putting the cartridge in the back of the console and jumping right into the gameplay without having to punch in a password was refreshing.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 19 July 2025
Meanwhile, the Azoth X uses Asus ROG NX Snow V2 switches—linear switches with 40 grams of actuation force—making this board a great option for typists who don't need tactile feedback.
—PC Magazine, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tactile
Adjective
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Linkin Park reenters the general sales ranking at No. 85 and comes in one spot lower on the list of the top-selling physical titles.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The study demonstrates that contemporary archaeology is not about hunting for treasure, but reading signs in the sediment and understanding relationships among all the surviving physical evidence, said Daniel Diffendale, postdoctoral researcher at the Scuola Normale Superiore in Pisa.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With a steady drumbeat of crises, cutting through requires fresh angles, clear analogies and tangible stories.—
Shaun Walsh,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Her dedication to producing tangible improvements in the realm of social justice is evidenced by her previous positions, most recently as the director of the center for social justice at the Urban League of Southwestern Ohio.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Tactile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tactile. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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