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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
Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 19 Feb. 2025
In June 2024, the 34-year-old actress marked the sixth anniversary of the designer’s death with a touching Instagram tribute.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Modine sums it up with a story that’s both touching and insane at the same time.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2025
The moment came as the coda to a touching weekend that also saw Wilson return to the University of South Carolina to see her number 22 jersey retired.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
There’s something special about trying things on in-store and touching and feeling things.
—Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 19 Feb. 2025
In June 2024, the 34-year-old actress marked the sixth anniversary of the designer’s death with a touching Instagram tribute.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Modine sums it up with a story that’s both touching and insane at the same time.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2025
The moment came as the coda to a touching weekend that also saw Wilson return to the University of South Carolina to see her number 22 jersey retired.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for touching
Adjective
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The sauce is adjacent to the orange chicken but with a less specific citrus flavor.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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These are crimes reported in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, 4S Ranch and adjacent communities between Feb.10 and Feb. 16, 2025.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Both women appeared emotional as the crowd finished the song with enthusiastic cheers for the birthday boy.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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In these dynamics, emotional depth and vulnerability take a backseat to make way for efficiency.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 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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Some experts speculate that the reason the disease is affecting so many children is because many of them wore masks, stayed home when sick and did not attend daycare or venture out in public with their parents as often because of COVID-19 restrictions.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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The Die Hard actor is battling frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which can cause the lobes in the brain to shrink, affecting behavior, language, and more, according to Mayo Clinic.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Lenovo's muscular portable is built tough as nails and boasts some impressive components.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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The numbers from Watkins are even more impressive considering USC’s difficult schedule.—
Scott Phillips,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In the Chicago area, workers at nine cafes walked out Tuesday, joining workers at five cafes that have been on strike since Friday, organizers said.—
Talia Soglin,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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Everyone wants to link the Lions offensive coordinator to the Bears job (including us above), but joining a division with Detroit, Green Bay and Minnesota might not be the best career move.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The adjoining lounge offers a luxe afternoon tea with gorgeous Lourse pastries.—
Lanee Lee,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Photo : Trevor Melton The kitchen and adjoining family room spill onto a large loggia next to the pool.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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One of her most moving posts was her recent follow-up with John Hopkins, longtime owner of Altadena’s O Happy Days vegan cafe and natural food store, who lost his home and store in the Eaton fire.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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For me, the deepest resonance has to do with appreciating whales and dolphins as sentient beings, as creatures that share the planet with us, and that’s still a very moving idea.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Touching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touching. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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