feel for
phrasal verb
felt for; feeling for; feels for
1
: to search for (something) by reaching or touching usually with the fingers
The doctor felt for any possible fractures in the patient's bruised ribs.
He felt for the light switch.
2
: to have sympathy or pity for (someone)
I feel (deeply) for you, but there's nothing I can do to help.
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To get a feel for the original, see portraits of the writer at The Jane Austen Centre in Bath—or just take a peek at Keira Knightley’s hair in the 2005 film version of Pride and Prejudice.
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Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
The exclusive trailer provides a feel for the visuals and emotions that await audiences.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2025
His feel for the game and ability to put players in a position intended to maximize their abilities was unmatched.
—Raymond Daniel Burke, Baltimore Sun, 29 Mar. 2025
More than 500 Amazon shoppers just bought this pair, whose stretchy upper material and thick, impact-absorbing sole create an ideal feel for runners and walkers.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Irene Coltrinari, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2025
The exclusive trailer provides a feel for the visuals and emotions that await audiences.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2025
His feel for the game and ability to put players in a position intended to maximize their abilities was unmatched.
—Raymond Daniel Burke, Baltimore Sun, 29 Mar. 2025
More than 500 Amazon shoppers just bought this pair, whose stretchy upper material and thick, impact-absorbing sole create an ideal feel for runners and walkers.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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“Feel for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feel%20for. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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