a feeling of
idiom
: a sensation of (some emotional or physical state, such as comfort, loyalty, safety, etc.)
The new security patrols gave residents a feeling of safety.
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The last pick of the draft came with a feeling of dismay, but Flores barely had time to process his emotions before Yankees scout Dave Keith called.
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Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
The food is about quality, range, presentation, and a feeling of abundance.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
It’s usually marked by a feeling of restlessness and agitation, says James Danckert, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at the University of Waterloo and the co-author of Out of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 3 Mar. 2025
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And size isn't the only thing that matters when choosing a room to drench: A dark room can add to a feeling of claustrophobia and cause materials to feel oppressive instead of inspiring.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2025
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Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2025
The food is about quality, range, presentation, and a feeling of abundance.
—Michelle Greenwald, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
It’s usually marked by a feeling of restlessness and agitation, says James Danckert, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at the University of Waterloo and the co-author of Out of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 3 Mar. 2025
The 10 Best Area Rugs, According to Our Testing
And size isn't the only thing that matters when choosing a room to drench: A dark room can add to a feeling of claustrophobia and cause materials to feel oppressive instead of inspiring.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2025
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“A feeling of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20feeling%20of. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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