1
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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2
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
Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2025
And because a flawless beat begins with great skin, models were prepped with Borghese Roma skincare for hydration and radiance before makeup ever touched their faces.
—Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
The final The first time a West Germany player touched the ball in Munich was when goalkeeper Sepp Maier picked it out of his own net.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
The surprising degree of joy and laughter the couple was able to experience together, even as Gibson learned their cancer was terminal, has touched audiences since the film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival in January.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
During his opening monologue, Maher touched on the current state of politics in the United States in the wake of the shooting.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 13 Sep. 2025
Eventually, the artist approached, touched Ragolia’s sleeve, and asked, wide-eyed, who had made her jacket.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
Cola's inspiring story touched thousands of hearts and, ultimately, led to her adoption.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
To complete the sequence, Gray returned to his love and lightly touched hands before drinking a potion to join him in eternity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 8 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
Wilfried Zaha dribbled toward the center before finding Brandt Bronico, who touched the ball to Toklomati streaking toward the right side of goal.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2025
And because a flawless beat begins with great skin, models were prepped with Borghese Roma skincare for hydration and radiance before makeup ever touched their faces.
—Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
The final The first time a West Germany player touched the ball in Munich was when goalkeeper Sepp Maier picked it out of his own net.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
The surprising degree of joy and laughter the couple was able to experience together, even as Gibson learned their cancer was terminal, has touched audiences since the film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival in January.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
During his opening monologue, Maher touched on the current state of politics in the United States in the wake of the shooting.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 13 Sep. 2025
Eventually, the artist approached, touched Ragolia’s sleeve, and asked, wide-eyed, who had made her jacket.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
Cola's inspiring story touched thousands of hearts and, ultimately, led to her adoption.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
To complete the sequence, Gray returned to his love and lightly touched hands before drinking a potion to join him in eternity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touched
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By the time the impeachment trial commenced, the top-down pressure from prominent, national Republicans could be seen and felt.—
Kimberly Ross,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Time felt different there—slower, more deliberate.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Other states affected by heavy rains include Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir in the north of the country and Telangana in the south.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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Sergio Perez faced considerable difficulties during the 2024 season with a car that was affected by balance problems, and the increasing gap to the Dutchman made matters worse for him.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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The disruptions come amid a WNBA season in which multiple games were marred by the objects making appearances on the court.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Each death was devastating to relatives and friends left behind, and the first decades of the twentieth century were marred by individual grief on a global scale.—
Alice Vernon
September 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mexican flags and candy adorned the Copley Plaza in front of The Old Globe on Saturday as a crowd joined dignitaries in celebrating the 215th Mexican Independence Day.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Sep. 2025
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They were joined by a host of celebrities in their most glamorous outfits of the season so far, from Demi Moore in full black sequin via Gucci and Dakota Johnson in a very, very naked Gucci dress.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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It should not be confused with Article 5, the cornerstone of the alliance, which states an armed attack on one NATO ally will be considered an act of violence against all members and prompt assistance to the member concerned.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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However, the very first question—and for any space reporter, the obvious one—concerned NASA's on-again, off-again plan to return rocks from the surface of Mars for study on Earth.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
11 Sep. 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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Fire spread will be primarily influenced by alignment with topography, with any ongoing movement likely oriented toward the north and northeast.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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In 2014, a review of a decade-plus of Western Australian government policy found that Jaws influenced its stance on sharks.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Touched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touched. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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