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as in feels
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 affects
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 taints
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 joins
to be adjacent to
our property touches theirs right where that big elm tree is
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as in concerns
to be the business or affair of
I don't think this decision touches you, so butt out
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as in splashes
a very small amount
added just a touch of parsley to the dish
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as in features
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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as in hints
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 touches
Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Kansas City-area Representatives Sam Graves, who represents a swath of northern Missouri, and Mark Alford, whose district touches the metro and central Missouri, similarly both made statements about the attack.
—Jack Harvel
april 27, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
In one photo, Lopez's long, honey-blonde hair cascades over one shoulder and nearly touches her belly button.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Henson, who does a lot with a character that doesn’t monopolize the spotlight, touches little Zonia’s hair or steals a subtle glance at her now and then.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026
The novel really touches on this idea of memory as a tool to recontextualize objects and history.
—Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
The story touches on the precious mother-daughter bond, and, not coincidentally, the book’s launch date falls on the heels of Mother’s Day weekend.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
This story touches on geology, biology and cutting-edge imaging technology in one digestible narrative.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
The video also touches on the online betting markets for youth sports.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
French interiors blend elegance and comfort with ornate details, vintage finds, and personal touches.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
After the renovation, the restaurant connects more with its outdoor areas, features a pastel and beige color palette and solid wood tables with artisanal touches that follow the latest décor trends—moving away from minimalism and coldness.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
The 2026 signee who enrolled in January piled up 136 yards from scrimmage on 11 touches in the spring game, including a 75-yard touchdown run.
—Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The feature sees the singer go through the highs and lows of fame including opening up about her struggles with mental health and touches on her decision to freeze her eggs for a future IVF cycle.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2026
Staked to a five-shot lead at the start, Korda was efficient as ever with two early birdies, and two more on the back nine that put the final touches on this masterpiece.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
McDaniel will be able to manufacture touches for Thompson in yards-after-the-catch situations.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Tons of bikinis on the market right now feature subtle touches like eyelets, jacquard weaves, and embroidery, all of which up the cool factor without pushing you out of your comfort zone.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
Legal work that touches immigration status or physical injury can bring fear to the surface again and again.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Kansas City-area Representatives Sam Graves, who represents a swath of northern Missouri, and Mark Alford, whose district touches the metro and central Missouri, similarly both made statements about the attack.
—Jack Harvel
april 27, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
In one photo, Lopez's long, honey-blonde hair cascades over one shoulder and nearly touches her belly button.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
Henson, who does a lot with a character that doesn’t monopolize the spotlight, touches little Zonia’s hair or steals a subtle glance at her now and then.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 26 Apr. 2026
The novel really touches on this idea of memory as a tool to recontextualize objects and history.
—Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
The story touches on the precious mother-daughter bond, and, not coincidentally, the book’s launch date falls on the heels of Mother’s Day weekend.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
This story touches on geology, biology and cutting-edge imaging technology in one digestible narrative.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
The video also touches on the online betting markets for youth sports.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
The rooms Rooms are contemporary in style, decorated in grays and whites with touches of aquamarine in the carpets that reflect the ocean outside.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026
French interiors blend elegance and comfort with ornate details, vintage finds, and personal touches.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 27 Apr. 2026
After the renovation, the restaurant connects more with its outdoor areas, features a pastel and beige color palette and solid wood tables with artisanal touches that follow the latest décor trends—moving away from minimalism and coldness.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
The 2026 signee who enrolled in January piled up 136 yards from scrimmage on 11 touches in the spring game, including a 75-yard touchdown run.
—Eric Olson, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The feature sees the singer go through the highs and lows of fame including opening up about her struggles with mental health and touches on her decision to freeze her eggs for a future IVF cycle.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2026
Staked to a five-shot lead at the start, Korda was efficient as ever with two early birdies, and two more on the back nine that put the final touches on this masterpiece.
—ABC News, 26 Apr. 2026
McDaniel will be able to manufacture touches for Thompson in yards-after-the-catch situations.
—Daniel Popper, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Tons of bikinis on the market right now feature subtle touches like eyelets, jacquard weaves, and embroidery, all of which up the cool factor without pushing you out of your comfort zone.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches
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On his call with local media after being selected, Raridon said his knee feels good.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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This feels like a draft in which DeCosta will focus on the trenches with a need to come away with starters, plus depth, on both the offensive and defensive lines.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Punishment that, in this case, ultimately affects children.—
Ciera Bates-Chamberlain,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Lighting Technology The type of light bulb in use dramatically affects whether turning off lights is necessary.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The sarcasm taints the question but doesn’t invalidate it.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
24 Mar. 2026
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The film centered on the Environmental Protection Agency encasing the Simpsons’ hometown of Springfield in a dome after Homer taints the area’s water supply.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Marist wins Smack Attack in making return to top spot of rankings, while Argo also joins the fray.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Chang becomes the fourth Southern California volleyball player accepted to MIT and joins three others from Redondo Union as Chatsworth pursues another playoff championship.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And most importantly, concerns that other organizations would use their spending to push for a salary tax in upcoming labor negotiations.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Lack of direct tax cuts concerns GOP Republican lawmakers say Connecticut still can afford to deliver direct relief to taxpayers, provided the state does a better job controlling the growth of costs.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some splashes of color help enliven it too.—
Adam Williams
April 23,
New Atlas,
23 Apr. 2026
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Naturally, the color palette revolves around a joyful, beachy vibe—all designed in shades of pink, citrus, and red, with splashes of leopard prints and snake textures.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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If your car is equipped with front radar or driver‑assist features, dirt on the sensor or slight misalignment from a parking‑lot bump could also be the culprit.—
Hartford Courant,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
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Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This desire to find connection in loss hints that death can often be more tangible to process than estrangement.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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After downplaying the prospect of a new album in recent interviews, Grande began posting hints to the contrary in March, like a flower emoji in her Instagram bio.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Touches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touches. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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