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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
Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Feb. 2026
Trump touched on Iran and the nuclear negotiations in his State of the Union speechlate Tuesday in Washington.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The Astros barely touched McLean’s stuff, managing only one hit and one walk, striking out six times.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
Typically, members of the British royal family aren't supposed to be touched.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
The Gaudreaus said they are touched by the outpouring of support.
—Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The Retail All Fresh Beef Demand Index in 2025 touched its highest levels since at least 2000, Martinez said of USDA data.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
The season-ticket increase was among a number of topics Rosen touched on during a 20-minute interview with local media, his first since the Lakers hired him last week.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
She was particularly touched by a simple drawing of a star.
—James Russell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
Verb
The host then touched his chest.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Feb. 2026
Trump touched on Iran and the nuclear negotiations in his State of the Union speechlate Tuesday in Washington.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The Astros barely touched McLean’s stuff, managing only one hit and one walk, striking out six times.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
Typically, members of the British royal family aren't supposed to be touched.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
The Gaudreaus said they are touched by the outpouring of support.
—Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The Retail All Fresh Beef Demand Index in 2025 touched its highest levels since at least 2000, Martinez said of USDA data.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
The season-ticket increase was among a number of topics Rosen touched on during a 20-minute interview with local media, his first since the Lakers hired him last week.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 25 Feb. 2026
She was particularly touched by a simple drawing of a star.
—James Russell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touched
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That craft, without a three-person crew aboard, was filled with space food, medical supplies, fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as devices for treating the cracked window on the Shenzhou-20 spaceship.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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Check for cracked or charred wires, as well as burn marks or holes on the blanket, says Evan Jones, representative from Electrical Safety Foundation International.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The space felt like a chic beachfront apartment, with a generous kitchen, airy living room with a television, spa-like bathroom with a tiled shower and a big soaking tub, and plush king bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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But there will be an absence, one that has been felt at every national team camp since last July, which unites them more than any personal ambition.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Others showed their opposition by inviting guests who have been affected by his agenda.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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Since the start of 2026, more than 7 million birds in commercial and backyard flocks in Pennsylvania have been affected by avian flu outbreaks, United States Department of Agriculture data shows.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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But even her first edition was marred with political turmoil in Germany with the rise of the far right, as well as pressures for the Berlinale to pick a side in the Gaza-Israel conflict.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2026
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The ruling caps the highest-profile criminal case from the shootout, which left more than a dozen people injured and marred what had been a peaceful celebration earlier that day for thousands of Oaklanders gathered around Lake Merritt to mark the federal Juneteenth holiday.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Several Democratic lawmakers joined with Republicans on the Oversight panel to advance the contempt of Congress charges against the Clintons last month.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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Hudson's Isla and Theroux's Cam are back in the game, and they're joined by Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, and Fabrizio Guido as the other Gordon siblings — Sandy, Ness, and Jackie, respectively.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Paris — As far as the French are concerned, the case is now closed.—
Melissa Bell,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Community members, concerned over slim pickings of essentials like eggs and bread, rallied around the store and started a GoFundMe in December 2024, ultimately raising nearly $63,000 for the grocery.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Just take our word for it that Barbarian will leave you disturbed and exhilarated in equal measure.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Feb. 2026
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When disturbed, springtails will extend their furcula to propel or ‘spring’ themselves into the air.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In a video shared by the Broncos from the unveiling, Smith is seen carefully caressed the statue of her son's face just after the curtain drops.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 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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“Touched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touched. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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