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as in felt
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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as in affected
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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as in marred
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 joined
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in concerned
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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Recent Examples of touched
Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024
Still, Federer certainly had his long runs on top and touched tennis fans worldwide for more than 20 years with his shotmaking and class on and off the court.
—Christopher Clarey, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2022
The people most closely touched are still grieving.
—Miami Herald Editorial Board, Star Tribune, 16 July 2021
Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 4 Oct. 2025
Neve and Nala’s first encounter has touched so many hearts online, leading to more than 1,600 comments on the TikTok post so far.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Clean refrigerators and other surfaces that may have touched deli meat.
—Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
Latham continues to honor Johnstad as the poem has touched the hearts of numerous others over the past nearly four decades.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Oct. 2025
However, the cast has also been touched by tragedy with the loss of Luke Perry and Shannen Doherty.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Civility was the dominant theme in his discussion with McCain, which touched on a variety of topics, including the rising tide of populism and isolationism in the GOP, redistricting, tariffs, and even that infamous fly on his head during his 2020 vice presidential debate.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 1 Oct. 2025
Boltaev’s photographs were printed onto ceramic tiles and placed on brick walls so that pictures were not only seen but touched.
—Dada Jovanovic, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
The discussion touched on the impact of A-list festival selections and wins as well as victory at the Academy Awards.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
Our family is very touched and deeply grateful by this incredible tribute.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024
Still, Federer certainly had his long runs on top and touched tennis fans worldwide for more than 20 years with his shotmaking and class on and off the court.
—Christopher Clarey, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2022
The people most closely touched are still grieving.
—Miami Herald Editorial Board, Star Tribune, 16 July 2021
Adjective
The top loft of the 1903 cast-iron Soho building hadn’t been touched in three decades.
—Wendy Goodman, Curbed, 4 Oct. 2025
Neve and Nala’s first encounter has touched so many hearts online, leading to more than 1,600 comments on the TikTok post so far.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Clean refrigerators and other surfaces that may have touched deli meat.
—Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
Latham continues to honor Johnstad as the poem has touched the hearts of numerous others over the past nearly four decades.
—Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Oct. 2025
However, the cast has also been touched by tragedy with the loss of Luke Perry and Shannen Doherty.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Civility was the dominant theme in his discussion with McCain, which touched on a variety of topics, including the rising tide of populism and isolationism in the GOP, redistricting, tariffs, and even that infamous fly on his head during his 2020 vice presidential debate.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 1 Oct. 2025
Boltaev’s photographs were printed onto ceramic tiles and placed on brick walls so that pictures were not only seen but touched.
—Dada Jovanovic, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
The discussion touched on the impact of A-list festival selections and wins as well as victory at the Academy Awards.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touched
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LaForest felt the urge herself.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Those who felt the quake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Heat and humidity have also affected the Shanghai Masters, which is running alongside the Wuhan Open.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Thousands of passengers on dozens of flights were affected, with some having to sleep in the airport.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The show was marred only by an audio mix that dimmed Coleman’s evocative voice amid a wash of instruments — at least from this reviewer’s spot in the Fox — but the Red Clay Strays’ impact shone through nevertheless.—
Brian McCollum,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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So long as Gabriel can avoid critical mistakes and turnovers that marred Joe Flacco's four-game stint as Cleveland's starter, the rookie should have a chance to keep the Browns in this contest and guide them to a second win over NFC North competition.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Goad joined The Tennessean in 2016 as the business and entertainment editor and has been critical to the company’s digital growth, leading a dramatic expansion of music and entertainment coverage while elevating its enterprise business reporting.—
Nashville Tennessean,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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After injuring his left foot during fall camp, Wilson joined Vernell Brown III in the starting lineup, becoming the fourth pair of UF freshman pass catchers to start in a season.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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Piwowarczyk said his office has received calls from constituents concerned about the potency of these products.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Well, there was a real gift from the writers as far as that monologue was concerned.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There are black-and-white scenes from what appears to be a cracked Biblical drama featuring a levitating monk and, to the particular bafflement of the producer, a dancing Pulcinella.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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And everything’s not exactly rosy in the core business, which still is dealing with a cracked, state-by-state regulatory environment.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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In one photo, the couple posed on the beach while Wyatt caressed her growing baby bump.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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In photos the pop superstar shared, Kelce could be seen down on one knee as Swift caressed his face during the intimate moment.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Gen Zers' social media- and internet-influenced subculture is changing language faster than their elders can keep up.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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Songs were influenced by improvisational and bebop jazz, as well as gospel.—
Jenny Adams,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Touched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touched. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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