1
as in feels
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 affects
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 taints
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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4
as in joins
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in concerns
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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as in splashes
a very small amount
added just a touch of parsley to the dish
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2
as in features
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 hints
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 touches
Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
This question touches the very heart of the film.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The memoir also touches on the beginning of Crowe’s career in Hollywood.
—Cameron Crowe, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
Unlike past attempts at fictionalizing his life, Macmanus barely touches on the fact that Gacy had a hobby of dressing up like a clown, and doesn’t show any actual murders in the series.
—Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
Similar to cellphone cameras, Cwik says, space technology touches us every day and has made our lives easier (and safer) in many ways.
—Michele Raphael, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Throughout the evening, Kozlin brought over several bottles of wine and offered the table complimentary Prosecco and food gifts — small touches the staff often adds for VIPs to make the night feel special.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The colonnade that led from the Executive Residence to the East Wing has also been nearly removed, with only the last section, which touches the Residence, remaining.
—Thomas Bordeaux, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025
Personalization now touches nearly every step of treatment.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2025
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2025
Little fixes and thoughtful touches go a long way in turning your space into a place someone wants to return to, and maybe stay.
—Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
Now in a larger downtown spot, their decor matches their flavors with classic Korean touches.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
There are also subtle touches to the brand’s native Romeo with palladiana flooring, Calce Romana walls and columns throughout the space.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Syrah devotees will enjoy fruit flavors, like black plum, cassis, and black raspberry, with touches of crushed violet petal and pencil lead in the finish.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
At one point, Mims had 26 yards on two touches, and the rest of the offense combined for 17 yards on 16 plays.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
This season, 38 per cent of opponents’ attacking touches have come down that side.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Two-hour walking tour touches on the gruesome and macabre events of the city's past, including grave robbing, a serial killing saloonist and other deadly mayhem.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
Unlike the forefoot that touches the ground only with its hooves, the hind feet have a fleshy heel pad behind the hooves.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
This question touches the very heart of the film.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The memoir also touches on the beginning of Crowe’s career in Hollywood.
—Cameron Crowe, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025
Unlike past attempts at fictionalizing his life, Macmanus barely touches on the fact that Gacy had a hobby of dressing up like a clown, and doesn’t show any actual murders in the series.
—Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
Similar to cellphone cameras, Cwik says, space technology touches us every day and has made our lives easier (and safer) in many ways.
—Michele Raphael, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Throughout the evening, Kozlin brought over several bottles of wine and offered the table complimentary Prosecco and food gifts — small touches the staff often adds for VIPs to make the night feel special.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The colonnade that led from the Executive Residence to the East Wing has also been nearly removed, with only the last section, which touches the Residence, remaining.
—Thomas Bordeaux, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025
Personalization now touches nearly every step of treatment.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
The Potholder has adapted to Idaho with touches of Gem State wall decor.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2025
Little fixes and thoughtful touches go a long way in turning your space into a place someone wants to return to, and maybe stay.
—Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
Now in a larger downtown spot, their decor matches their flavors with classic Korean touches.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
There are also subtle touches to the brand’s native Romeo with palladiana flooring, Calce Romana walls and columns throughout the space.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Syrah devotees will enjoy fruit flavors, like black plum, cassis, and black raspberry, with touches of crushed violet petal and pencil lead in the finish.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
At one point, Mims had 26 yards on two touches, and the rest of the offense combined for 17 yards on 16 plays.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 21 Oct. 2025
This season, 38 per cent of opponents’ attacking touches have come down that side.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Two-hour walking tour touches on the gruesome and macabre events of the city's past, including grave robbing, a serial killing saloonist and other deadly mayhem.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches
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The Softstreme High-rise Wide-leg Cropped Pant has a weighty drape that adds an elegant edge to what otherwise feels like loungewear, given how remarkably soft the Softstreme fabric is.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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United have spoken to the Premier League to express their concerns about the number of midweek games they are scheduled to play between now and Christmas, as revealed by The Athletic on Friday, but going so long with just one match at Old Trafford actually feels unheard of.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Endometriosis affects about 10% of people who have periods.—
Wendy Wisner,
Health,
24 Oct. 2025
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The recall affects about 357,000 products in addition to about 3,000 sold in Canada.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
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The film centered on the Environmental Protection Agency encasing the Simpsons’ hometown of Springfield in a dome after Homer taints the area’s water supply.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
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Seth Rogen joins the cast as Rabbi Neil, a progressive rabbi who offers Noah a position at his ultra-modern congregation, Ahava.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Jordan joins previous American Cinematheque Award winners like Spike Lee, Ryan Reynolds, Reese Witherspoon, Ridley Scott, Amy Adams, Helen Mirren and, last year, Jessica Chastain.—
Beatrice Verhoeven,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The boomerang reaches new levels of significance Australian boomerangs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and typically, the feat of engineering behind them concerns the weapon’s ability to return to the thrower.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Oct. 2025
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A lot of these products pack a larger caffeine punch, so if that concerns you then Naked Protein’s comparatively tame 95mg might be more your speed.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Designed by Hot Lab, the interiors are a study in contrast, with marble and precious stones playing against soft fabrics and neutral tones juxtaposed with bold splashes of color and pop art.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the rugged, waterproof build handles poolside splashes without drama.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Our expert take The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is a premium credit card with a myriad of benefits and a lower annual fee than other high-end cards with similar features.—
Meghan Hunter,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
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Leaders go for the big-name software with bold promises, only to face long implementations, steep learning curves, and features that don’t match how teams actually work.—
Dennis Woodside,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Ray Palmer is a lot of Brandon, some hints of Clark for sure.—
Charles Infosino,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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The scene illuminates the story’s preoccupation not with the post-#MeToo world but with performance, hints of which can be found throughout the film.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Touches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touches. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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