to the touch
idiom
—used to say that something feels a certain way when touched
Sand the wood until it is smooth to the touch.
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They are made with a woven mesh upper that’s machine-washable, breathable, and soft to the touch.
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2025
After 15-20 minutes, my eyes look visibly more awake, the puffiness is down, and my skin feels smooth and soft to the touch.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 May 2025
Plus, whereas metal can be hot or cold to the touch depending on the season, wood tends to be comfortable to use all year round.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2025
They’re made of stretchy material that’s soft to the touch.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2025
After 15-20 minutes, my eyes look visibly more awake, the puffiness is down, and my skin feels smooth and soft to the touch.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 May 2025
Plus, whereas metal can be hot or cold to the touch depending on the season, wood tends to be comfortable to use all year round.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 2025
They’re made of stretchy material that’s soft to the touch.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
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“To the touch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20the%20touch. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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