1
as in to feel
to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin
be careful not to touch this pan—it's still hot
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2
as in to influence
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
your speech on the true meaning of patriotism touched me deeply
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3
as in to taint
to affect slightly with something morally bad or undesirable
unfortunately, his insufferable arrogance tends to touch even the good deeds that he does
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4
as in to join
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in to affect
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
everyone promised to keep in touch over the summer
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2
as in splash
a very small amount
added just a touch of parsley to the dish
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3
as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
each designer has his or her own personal touches
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4
as in hint
an almost imperceptible sign of something
a touch of irritation tinged his voice as the candidate fielded yet another question about his personal finances
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Recent Examples of touch
Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Since Mendoza’s passing, Marshall has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of condolences from those her wife had touched.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2025
Medora Lee, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
Saloni Rita ruffled maxi dress $850 NET-A-PORTER Crafted from silk-georgette in a vibrant pink floral print, this classic silhouette is adorned with cascading ruffles along the V-neckline and tiered skirt for a romantic touch.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
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Verb
People can also become infected by touching infected secretions, and then inoculating themselves by touching their nose, mouth, or eyes with contaminated hands.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Since Mendoza’s passing, Marshall has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of condolences from those her wife had touched.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2025
Noun
Core inflation, which excludes energy and food, also came in a touch softer than previously indicated.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2025
Saloni Rita ruffled maxi dress $850 NET-A-PORTER Crafted from silk-georgette in a vibrant pink floral print, this classic silhouette is adorned with cascading ruffles along the V-neckline and tiered skirt for a romantic touch.
—Caroline Griswold, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touch
Verb
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Many individuals feel too stressed or busy will avoid treating themselves, according to a study by Cornell SC Johnson College of Business published in the Journal of Consumer Research.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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For the polarizing defenseman, that has felt like three days at some times, and three years at others.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Not so long time ago, in a galaxy not so far away, Alfonso Cuarón was unintentionally influencing the future of the Star Wars franchise.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Yet the case stands to influence legal challenges to the Liberation Day tariffs, too, because the President relied on the same mechanism for both the earlier and more recent tariff announcements, declaring a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, of 1977.—
Cristian Farias,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In its letter, the committee said that Albanese’s rhetoric tainted both the U.N. as an institution and her own position.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Cena's victory, following Mysterio's earlier match, tainted Mysterio's win and shifted focus to Cena's confrontation with the returning CM Punk, overshadowing Mysterio's moment.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Over 7,000 fans joined a Facebook group called Save the Neighborhood Theatre to keep the venue open.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2025
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Your golden retriever puppy says goodbye to his family before joining yours.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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But the ship struck the iceberg from the side, causing a series of punctures along the hull across 18 feet, affecting six of the compartments.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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The precise extent of the cancellations and the specific products affected remain unclear.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Given how often Musiala carries the ball past defenders and is exposed to physical contact, having an understudy in that position would seem essential.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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The film follows the story of Dante, a small yet extraordinary Amazonian dart frog with a powerful gift: when in contact with clouds, his skin can generate rain.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2025
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Neither does the oak, even after almost 25 years, although that small amount of virgin oak barrels in the mix adds a splash of vibrant wood to the flavor profile.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2025
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The use of blue and limestone beige reflects Malta’s coastal hues, with accents of vibrant red to offer a splash of contrast.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Apr. 2025
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The script, from first-time feature writer Nora Garrett, was a hot property among readers in recent years.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
4 Apr. 2025
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Even at such a low price, this unit is packed with features and performance, including a wide 180 degree viewing angle, sharp 2K video, smart object detection and more.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Touch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touch. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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