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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At the same time, the Stars are also trying to gauge Robertson’s camp, CAA and Brisson, to get a feel for what their ask would be on the next contract.
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Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 21 June 2025
The veteran quarterback has had an opportunity to grow with his other options and get a feel for pass-catchers behind Nabers on the depth chart.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
His impact will be felt for generations to come thanks to his tireless philanthropy, advocacy, and creativity in tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges.
—James Powel, USA Today, 17 June 2025
His impact will be felt for generations to come thanks to his tireless philanthropy, advocacy and creativity in tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges.
—Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
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Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 21 June 2025
The veteran quarterback has had an opportunity to grow with his other options and get a feel for pass-catchers behind Nabers on the depth chart.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
His impact will be felt for generations to come thanks to his tireless philanthropy, advocacy, and creativity in tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges.
—James Powel, USA Today, 17 June 2025
His impact will be felt for generations to come thanks to his tireless philanthropy, advocacy and creativity in tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges.
—Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
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“Feel for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feel%20for. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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