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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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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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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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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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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
Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Her work touches on social justice issues and is often deeply emotional.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The film touches on some darker family trauma that also affects you.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
The play is a lively back-and-forth between two brothers named Lincoln and Booth, and touches on themes of family, the American dream and Black identity.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
However, the controversy over video gambling also touches upon vice regulations that the body has traditionally allowed aldermen to have final say over banning, including with liquor, cannabis and hemp licenses.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Authorized by Congress, the change touches the dime, quarter, half dollar, penny, and dollar coin, all bearing 1776–2026 dates.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
His fastball barely touches 80.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The instant skin touches surface, a bright sting strikes, then fades to a low hum.
—Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026
Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
And those Mexican touches extend to the interiors, too, with the space inspired by the country and filled with artwork and handmade ceramics from Mexican artists.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The South Korean star operated mostly outside the 18-yard box, taking touches around Alajuelense’s side of the field as LAFC predominantly attacked the Costa Rican’s mid-block formation down the left, where Denis Bouanga equalized in the second half from a Son assist.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Employ touches of inviting color, a layered lighting scheme, sturdy furniture that will stand up to weather and time.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Her makeup look is one of her softest of the season, with touches of mauve on her lips and cheeks, and wisps of her hairline gently placed on her glowing skin.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
Darryl Hannah had phenomenal red carpet style in the '80s, perfectly mixing Old Hollywood glam with a few modern touches.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Wizard-level touches by Miguel Almirón to spring Emmanuel Latte Lath on a race to goal.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Amid the infinity pools and sleek van transfers, careful touches of Bohol culture abound at South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao, from bold, handcrafted textiles and reclaimed wood in the rooms to classic Filipino dishes and heritage ingredients, which brighten the food and beverage options.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
Verb
This contemporary, topical story touches on many current hot button issues while delighting audiences with memorable songs and explosive dances.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Her work touches on social justice issues and is often deeply emotional.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The film touches on some darker family trauma that also affects you.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
The play is a lively back-and-forth between two brothers named Lincoln and Booth, and touches on themes of family, the American dream and Black identity.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
However, the controversy over video gambling also touches upon vice regulations that the body has traditionally allowed aldermen to have final say over banning, including with liquor, cannabis and hemp licenses.
—Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Authorized by Congress, the change touches the dime, quarter, half dollar, penny, and dollar coin, all bearing 1776–2026 dates.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
His fastball barely touches 80.
—ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
The instant skin touches surface, a bright sting strikes, then fades to a low hum.
—Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
Rothrock made a couple touches and, as goalkeeper Daniel crept off his line, slipped a shot past defender Reid Roberts and inside the near post.
—Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
And those Mexican touches extend to the interiors, too, with the space inspired by the country and filled with artwork and handmade ceramics from Mexican artists.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The South Korean star operated mostly outside the 18-yard box, taking touches around Alajuelense’s side of the field as LAFC predominantly attacked the Costa Rican’s mid-block formation down the left, where Denis Bouanga equalized in the second half from a Son assist.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026
Employ touches of inviting color, a layered lighting scheme, sturdy furniture that will stand up to weather and time.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026
Her makeup look is one of her softest of the season, with touches of mauve on her lips and cheeks, and wisps of her hairline gently placed on her glowing skin.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
Darryl Hannah had phenomenal red carpet style in the '80s, perfectly mixing Old Hollywood glam with a few modern touches.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Wizard-level touches by Miguel Almirón to spring Emmanuel Latte Lath on a race to goal.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Amid the infinity pools and sleek van transfers, careful touches of Bohol culture abound at South Palms Resort & Spa Panglao, from bold, handcrafted textiles and reclaimed wood in the rooms to classic Filipino dishes and heritage ingredients, which brighten the food and beverage options.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches
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Picking a cocktail from the extensive menu feels akin to being a kid in a sweet shop.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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If your complexion feels dry or irritated, any Illiyoon product or treatment will pretty much do the trick.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
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While oil that traverses the strait is usually bound for Asia and other places rather than North America, the chaos still affects the United States.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
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Robinson uses rats in her research to understand how the brain adapts to emotions and how that affects behavior.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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Ana Dumitrescu stars as a young Romanian woman who moves to France to work for a bourgeois family and joins an amateur theater troupe adapting Mirbeau’s novel for the stage.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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Throughout my trials, mandelic acid and PDRN, have made the cut; and now mānuka honey skincare joins their ranks.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But even that concerns Social Circle authorities.—
Lautaro Grinspan,
AJC.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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The conflicting emotions of facing Ralph in a regional final is not what concerns Auriemma.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
16 Mar. 2026
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The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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When ready, add the cheese gradually, off heat, alternating with splashes of reserved pasta water while stirring or tossing vigorously to create a smooth, emulsified sauce.—
Hana Asbrink,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Mar. 2026
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Accessibility Accessible guest rooms with mobility features have doorways with 32 inches of clear width, there are multiple elevators available, and the swimming pool is accessible to wheelchair users.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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As well as banning many social media platforms, Russia blocks calling features on messenger apps such as WhatsApp and Telegram.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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The detection of these molecules in an asteroid hints that they can be formed without the presence of life, and may offer clues into how these compounds could be transported across the solar system.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
17 Mar. 2026
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Again, there were hints in the data but no definitive conclusions.—
Mariangela Lisanti,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Touches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touches. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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