as in bordering (on)
to come very close to being
that behavior touches on insanity
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Police are asking anyone who sees anything unusual or someone resembling the suspect to call 911.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
15 June 2026 -
Many critics said that its picture of discourse was too becalmed, resembling a university seminar.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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The seeming endorsement by the ADA of the current administration’s approach to science and of its attacks on freedom of speech is unconscionable.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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After Monday’s ruling, social media lit up with criticism for Sorsby regaining eligibility minus the first two games of the 2026 season, while others pointed out the seeming absurdity.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
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“Touching (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touching%20%28on%29. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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