1
as in distinguishable
able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind
the tension in the negotiating room was palpable
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2
as in tangible
capable of being perceived by the sense of touch
a small but palpable lump in my neck
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3
as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a palpable case of lying under oath
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Recent Examples of palpable
Even before Cruise entered the stage, the energy was palpable, with Oprah Winfrey egging on the crowd that filled Chicago's Harpo Studios.
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Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 23 May 2025
The excitement in more hallowed halls is also palpable.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 22 May 2025
The unbearable silence, save for the ticking of a clock, is palpable.
—Lauren Wissot, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
The emotion from each of them about their experience on the show — and Reali’s emotional connection with each of them — was palpable.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 23 May 2025
The excitement in more hallowed halls is also palpable.
—Geraldo Cadava, New Yorker, 22 May 2025
The unbearable silence, save for the ticking of a clock, is palpable.
—Lauren Wissot, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
The emotion from each of them about their experience on the show — and Reali’s emotional connection with each of them — was palpable.
—Dan Shanoff, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palpable
Adjective
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Since Russian and Ukrainian delegations met in Turkey earlier this month for their first direct talks in three years, a large prisoner exchange has been the only tangible outcome, but negotiations have brought no significant breakthrough.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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By co-creating these processes, organizations ensure that predictions align with strategic goals and lead to tangible action.—
Zohar Bronfman,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Beyond the physical abuse, Cassie endured a steady drumbeat of insidious threats that sent an unmistakable message: the violence could escalate at any moment.—
Lauren Hersh,
New York Daily News,
21 May 2025
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The unmistakable message: in Welch’s House of Representatives, Democratic moderates who think for themselves and question their own party’s orthodoxies are unwelcome.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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The crossing signal—a loud, rhythmic click audible from at least half a block away—was more of a pre-attack cue, or so the hawk had realized, Dinets, a zoologist now at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, told me.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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This gap is especially noticeable in close relationships, such as those with family and close friends, where shared understanding is critical to maintaining connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The impact of that indirect heat was particularly noticeable in our onion test.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 May 2025
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Perhaps more than any other genre, the evolution of punk rock (both in Los Angeles and around the world) is never more apparent than in the age range of bands at music festivals.—
Josh Chesler,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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That license is currently set to expire on May 27, but sources indicate it may now be extended by 60 days — an apparent diplomatic concession aimed at easing tensions and fostering future cooperation.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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Following Joel’s departure, there’s been a perceptible vibe shift online; one further exasperated by the finale’s not one, but two, cliffhangers that leave Ellie’s fate in doubt for those who haven’t already played the game.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 May 2025
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Recent economic data do not indicate price spikes nor a perceptible slowdown in economic activity.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
10 May 2025
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It's been a season where physical strength and unwavering loyalty have held more weight than the deception and betrayal commonly found in previous seasons of the long-running reality competition show.—
Emily DeLetter,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Thanks to therapy and physical rehab, Foxx has come a long way since then.—
Staff Author,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
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And the sense of community that this helps to build will, of course, be evident when those enthusiastic readers meet each other and some of their literary heroes next month.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The effect was evident in women, but not statistically significant in men.—
Carla K. Johnson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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“Palpable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palpable. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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