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Definition of touchednext

touched

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verb

past tense of touch
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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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of touched
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
Verb
Perez’s mom has been incredibly touched and honestly overwhelmed by everyone’s generosity. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026 Annie is deeply touched by Jess’s consideration and skill as a lover. — S. C. Cornell, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2026 Has the outpouring of tributes from people who were touched by her artistry underscored the purpose of the museum for you? — Cat Cardenas, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026 The benchmark 10-year note yield on Thursday reached its highest rate since June 2007 before easing, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury bond touched levels not seen since 2004. — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026 Seek stories from researchers, professionals and others whose lives have been touched by the discoveries your organization helped fund. — Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026 The scandal surrounding the former prince Andrew has also touched his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 21 Sep. 2026 September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to honor the lives lost to suicide, to stand with the families and communities suicide has touched, and to renew our commitment to prevention. — Courtney Marx, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026 Vasil didn’t know what his teammates were planning and was clearly touched by the display of support. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touched
Adjective
  • Inspect the weatherstripping for cracked, compressed or missing foam, vinyl or rubber seals.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Use them to cover a cracked deck, upgrade a front porch, create a barefoot-friendly walkway around a hot tub or pool, or even define a dedicated grilling station that’s easy to sweep clean.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Other major Chinese ports have felt the swell of containers, with Dimerco noting that ocean carriers have cut allocations and skipped calls at Qingdao to clear typhoon backlogs at southern ports.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Given that the challenge/ability relationship is not static, this balance needs to be regularly reassessed, as work that once felt challenging may eventually become routine.
    — Naira Velumyan, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • While those companies are not named in the Boulder case, they are named as defendants in similar climate lawsuits filed across the country, suits that very likely would be affected by the high court’s ruling.
    — Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Next, Madigan and her fellow researchers will investigate which children are more affected by different digital experiences and why.
    — Jack Guy, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The Duke of Sussex’s speech was marred by a fault with the teleprompter, forcing him to complete it in two halves.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The episode was marred some by a glitch in the show’s voting system; viewers weren’t able to choose their favorites on the DWTS website and had to vote by text.
    — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Funko’s sales had fallen 22% year over year in the second quarter of 2025, just before Simon joined, and the company had ousted its previous CEO that summer.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Justine Lupe has joined the likes of Mariska Hargitay, Sienna Miller, and more A-listers in proving that wide-leg denim is the style to wear for fall.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Bass is particularly concerned by the relative lack of specialized intervention training for patrol officers who respond to the vast majority of service calls.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026
  • As far as the three major primetime slates are concerned, 32 of the NFL’s Sunday/Monday/Thursday night broadcasts will feature NFC-on-NFC action, while 23 will offer a hybrid NFC-versus-AFC experience.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Come back to the conversation Whereas adults may be able to more quickly move on with their daily lives after feeling disturbed or frightened by upsetting media, children may experience more elevated and prolonged stress.
    — Anahi Collado, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026
  • This toxic plant flourishes in disturbed areas and prefers moist soils.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Breasts are caressed and thighs crisscross; kisses are planted, and occasionally there’s a glimpse of something more graphic.
    — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Kikuko cried out as her father’s hand slowly caressed her chest.
    — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Touched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touched. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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