feel for
verb
felt for; feeling for; feels for
1
: to search for (something) by reaching or touching usually with the fingers
The doctor felt for any possible fractures in the patient's bruised ribs.
He felt for the light switch.
2
: to have sympathy or pity for (someone)
I feel (deeply) for you, but there's nothing I can do to help.
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How does that feel for you as a songwriter, in contrast to writing about heartbreak?
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2026
Hane says that living with the sample for a few days can help get a feel for how the pattern, color, texture, and style of curtain will work in your space.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The starts came against a high-level SEC schedule, and Simpson made enough of a variety of throws that the Rams had a good feel for his skill set.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Get a feel for the organization.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2026
Hane says that living with the sample for a few days can help get a feel for how the pattern, color, texture, and style of curtain will work in your space.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
The starts came against a high-level SEC schedule, and Simpson made enough of a variety of throws that the Rams had a good feel for his skill set.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Get a feel for the organization.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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“Feel for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feel%20for. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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