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as in adjacent
having a border in common
touching lots in the housing development will eventually be separated by hedges for privacy
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as in emotional
having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies
a touching movie about two lost animals who try to find their way home
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as in regarding
having to do with
there has been an objection touching the last of the proposed new bylaws
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as in feeling
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 affecting
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 marring
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 adjoining
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in concerning
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 touching
Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2025
His race was punctuated by an incident with former title rival Max Verstappen, when their cars came extremely close to touching and Hamilton was forced off track but both drivers avoided punishment.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2025
There are some touching moments, dirty limericks and a good balance of characters presented by veterans of the scene.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 Aug. 2025
Counteracting that are the touching scenes where the trio bond with and care for sled dogs (rambunctious Billy is my favorite) at the school.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Tom Hanks is sharing a touching sendoff for Jim Lovell, the Apollo 13 commander Hanks portrayed in the Oscar-winning film of the same name 30 years ago.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2025
His race was punctuated by an incident with former title rival Max Verstappen, when their cars came extremely close to touching and Hamilton was forced off track but both drivers avoided punishment.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2025
There are some touching moments, dirty limericks and a good balance of characters presented by veterans of the scene.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 2 Aug. 2025
Counteracting that are the touching scenes where the trio bond with and care for sled dogs (rambunctious Billy is my favorite) at the school.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touching
Adjective
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With the stadium embedded in existing neighborhood infrastructure and adjacent to active rail lines, any design misstep risked undermining community support, a crucial element of the project’s viability.—
Kathleen Kewley,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Some roads and low-lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The former couple, who share son Sasha and daughter Kai, revealed that Sasha left home for college in emotional tributes shared on Instagram.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Through a mixture of internet sleuthing, preternatural good taste and a willingness to do whatever is necessary, Matthew quickly elevates his way to becoming a creative and emotional sounding board for Oliver — even as the singer’s entourage increasingly looks at him as a phony.—
William Earl,
Variety,
22 Aug. 2025
Preposition
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Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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This helps your healthcare provider check for infections, kidney problems, or other issues affecting your bladder and urinary tract.—
Sayaka Blickenderfer, PhD,
Health,
14 Mar. 2025
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This helps your healthcare provider check for infections, kidney problems, or other issues affecting your bladder and urinary tract.—
Sayaka Blickenderfer, PhD,
Health,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Russian army has historically relied on its ability to deliver impressive firepower through concentrated tube and rocket artillery fire, but these tactics are useless when any attempt to amass forces is identified within minutes.—
ERIC SCHMIDT,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Aug. 2025
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Several of the Grammy winner’s projects are climbing the charts, with fans in the United Kingdom focusing on Hybrid Theory, as the group’s debut full-length mounts an impressive comeback.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Collins is the third TCU player to enter the portal joining Vasean Allette and Isaiah Manning.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2025
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Tesla plans to launch a ride-hail service in Austin around June, joining Amazon’s (AMZN) Zoox and Waymo — among others — in the city.—
William Gavin,
Quartz,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The layout flows gently into a spacious kitchen and adjoining living room framed by windows and centered around an inviting fireplace.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
6 Aug. 2025
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Families can also opt for adjoining rooms, providing both privacy and togetherness.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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One of the most moving statements came from Amy, who had since moved out of state and read it on video.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 July 2025
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Newman and Curtin also were responsible for one of the night's most moving moments, holding up a photograph of the late Gilda Radner during the cast's goodbyes at the end of the show.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
24 July 2025
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“Touching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touching. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.
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