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as in adjacent
having a border in common
touching lots in the housing development will eventually be separated by hedges for privacy
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as in emotional
having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies
a touching movie about two lost animals who try to find their way home
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as in regarding
having to do with
there has been an objection touching the last of the proposed new bylaws
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as in feeling
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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as in affecting
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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as in marring
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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as in adjoining
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in concerning
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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Recent Examples of touching
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 11 June 2025
Questlove, who directed the 2025 documentary Sly Lives (aka The Burden of Black Genius), shared a touching tribute to the icon on Instagram on Monday.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 June 2025
The log ride through the mystical marshes of New Orleans, with familiar characters and music from The Princess and the Frog, was both thrilling and touching.
—Essence, 10 June 2025
Bitcoin has jumped back to touching distance of its all-time of $112,000 per bitcoin set in May (with U.S. president Donald Trump teasing an imminent Federal Reserve bombshell).
—Billy Bambrough, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Adjective
But the moments with her family were the most touching.
—Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 11 June 2025
Questlove, who directed the 2025 documentary Sly Lives (aka The Burden of Black Genius), shared a touching tribute to the icon on Instagram on Monday.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 11 June 2025
The log ride through the mystical marshes of New Orleans, with familiar characters and music from The Princess and the Frog, was both thrilling and touching.
—Essence, 10 June 2025
Bitcoin has jumped back to touching distance of its all-time of $112,000 per bitcoin set in May (with U.S. president Donald Trump teasing an imminent Federal Reserve bombshell).
—Billy Bambrough, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touching
Adjective
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This modern mode of transportation would usher in a golden age of motoring, and John Oosterhuis, an immigrant from the Netherlands, planned to take advantage by building the Dutch Mill Motel in 1951 adjacent to the new highway.—
Paul Eisenberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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The flatland at the southern end is adjacent to the Lón Lagoon, which is separated from the North Atlantic Ocean by a beautiful black sand beach.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx and Kirk Franklin — each of whom the Doggfather personally shouted out during his speech — also took home the same honor, making for emotional moments throughout the four-hour ceremony.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
10 June 2025
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Set in early 2010s Taipei during the rise of social media, the series examines generational rifts, shifting identities and the emotional toll of public opinion in Taiwan’s rapidly evolving society.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 June 2025
Preposition
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The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
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Critics of the deal have cited concerns about the intentions of Nippon Steel regarding continuing domestic production, particularly in blast furnaces.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2024
Verb
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This helps your healthcare provider check for infections, kidney problems, or other issues affecting your bladder and urinary tract.—
Sayaka Blickenderfer, PhD,
Health,
14 Mar. 2025
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Many social media users also suggest using a plastic spoon rather than a metal spoon when eating the product to avoid negatively affecting the live probiotics.—
Morgan Pearson, MS,
Verywell Health,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Due to what must be an impressive folder of NDAs, very little can be said about the film.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The print is bold and easy to spot amongst other luggage, while the impressive craftsmanship will keep the bag itself looking brand new for many trips to come.—
Quincy Bulin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Tesla plans to launch a ride-hail service in Austin around June, joining Amazon’s (AMZN) Zoox and Waymo — among others — in the city.—
William Gavin,
Quartz,
25 Mar. 2025
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Collins is the third TCU player to enter the portal joining Vasean Allette and Isaiah Manning.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Moments later, Padilla was shoved to the floor face-down in a hallway outside the briefing room, handcuffed, and temporarily detained in an adjoining room.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
13 June 2025
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Photo : Vitruvius Yacht Design The dining room opens to an adjoining terrace with the push of a button.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Related Articles The Pathlight suit, which shines a light on how the retail buyout came together last year, is one more moving part and potential expense.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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The most moving moments of the program came from VOC Advisory Board member Zarah Meyer, who shared a heartfelt personal testimony alongside her 4-year-old daughter Rosie.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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“Touching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touching. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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