1
as in to feel
to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin
be careful not to touch this pan—it's still hot
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2
as in to influence
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
your speech on the true meaning of patriotism touched me deeply
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3
as in to taint
to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable
unfortunately, his insufferable arrogance tends to touch even the good deeds that he does
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as in to join
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in to affect
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
everyone promised to keep in touch over the summer
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as in splash
a very small amount
added just a touch of parsley to the dish
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3
as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
each designer has his or her own personal touches
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as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
a touch of irritation tinged his voice as the candidate fielded yet another question about his personal finances
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Recent Examples of touch
Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 13 May 2025
The assistant director reported in her complaint that Depardieu had touched her buttocks in the street, then touched her breasts a few days later on location and touched her buttocks again on another occasion.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 13 May 2025
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
Flagg is a prototypical modern NBA forward with shooting touch, shooting 38.5% from three and 84% from the free-throw line.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2025
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Verb
At times, Cardi could be seen touching Digg’s face, as he was seen planting small kisses on her neck while whispering in her ear — making her blush even more.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 13 May 2025
The assistant director reported in her complaint that Depardieu had touched her buttocks in the street, then touched her breasts a few days later on location and touched her buttocks again on another occasion.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 13 May 2025
Noun
Save big and add a sophisticated touch to your home’s exteriors with up to 50% off sale items and free shipping on all outdoor purchases.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
Flagg is a prototypical modern NBA forward with shooting touch, shooting 38.5% from three and 84% from the free-throw line.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touch
Verb
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To that end, the district’s creative community felt the time was right to expand the celebration with a new monthlong entertainment event.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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If you’re retired, those market swings can feel even more personal.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The proof of the machine’s handicapping chops — or more accurately, the proof of the machine’s programmers’ handicapping chops in weighting the hundreds of factors influencing Thoroughbred performance — will be in the proverbial pudding.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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The Wall Street Journal reported that one attorney for the families questioned whether Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg’s appearance at a ceremony this week in Doha, Qatar, with Trump influenced the decision, but a person familiar with the meeting said Doha was not mentioned at the meeting.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
16 May 2025
Verb
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The decision paves the way for Rose and Jackson — two of baseball’s greatest players whose legacies were tainted by gambling — to gain admittance to the Hall of Fame.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
13 May 2025
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The defense, however, could again argue that the jury was tainted to the point that an instruction won’t fix the problem.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Elle has no relation to a third film in the franchise (following the 2003 sequel Red, White & Blonde), which has been in development since 2018, with Mindy Kaling joining as a screenwriter in 2020.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
16 May 2025
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Not much of a surprise since Bondi, before joining Team Trump, was a lobbyist in a firm charging Qatar $115,000 per month to represent that country’s interests in Washington.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Meanwhile, each time the barriers are raised, the lagoon is effectively closed off — which not only affects traffic coming into Venice (Italy’s second busiest port, and the fifth in the Mediterranean), but prevents the lagoon’s natural action of flushing itself out with the tides.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Be Advised, The Data Can Change On A Dime In our current volatile economic environment, characterized by chaotic tariff rollouts, a crazy roller coaster ride in the stock market, and concerns over global economic shifts, salary information will be affected.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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In the new film, Jobson plays Chloe, a struggling artist and former drug mule who gets pulled into doing one final job: Running drugs across London for an old contact, the elusive Mads.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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About four minutes later, Towns made a driving lay-up through contact, then hit his free throw to give the Knicks a 60-34 advantage.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
Noun
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Add Alcohol or Vinegar for Depth: A splash of bourbon, beer, or even balsamic vinegar can bring a deep, complex flavor to your sauce.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
6 May 2025
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For something that requires a bit less commitment than an accent wall or ceiling, try a splash of color with a framed piece of art.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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Expensive Lighting Systems Lighting is one of the best ways to highlight features of your home and improve curb appeal.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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The Jack Black and Jason Momoa blockbuster A Minecraft Movie is new on digital streaming with bonus features this week.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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“Touch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touch. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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