1
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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2
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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3
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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4
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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2
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
Audrey McGlinchy,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
This creates a living blueprint of where sensitive information lives and who touches it.
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Wellness touches abound, from three types of healing bath salts to positive affirmations on the clothes hangers and musical instruments to strum in lieu of a TV (although the latter is available on request).
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
An event that 'touches all of our senses' Despite using some similar fireworks, Vitale predicts that this year's July 4th show will be louder.
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Bill Chappell,
NPR,
28 June 2026
Also onboard an observation deck lounge on the bridge, another lounge with windows out to the sea, and modern Scandinavian design touches throughout.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
28 June 2026
Remove vines from your home and trim vegetation that touches the house.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
The Los Angeles guitarist and songwriter touches on grief, rejection, and love in lo-fi shoegaze songs that package sunny melodies with comforting gloom.
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Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
23 June 2026
Let guests arrive, grab drinks and catch up before anyone touches a rulebook.
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Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
David Faris,
TheWeek,
6 July 2026
Released in May 2025, the timepiece is based on the RM 72-01 flyback chronograph that launched in 2020, but features a few fresh aesthetic touches in honor of the Monegasque racer.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 July 2026
Spain holds the edge in possession (55-45 percentage split), total shots (8-5), shots on target (3-2) and touches in the box (11-4).
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Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 July 2026
Other things like the ‘cool blue’ ambient lighting all around the dashboard are neat touches as well.
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New Atlas,
4 July 2026
Croatia looked to have tied the game in the final moments, but the faintest of touches by a Croatian player made Croatia offside.
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Ashley Mowreader,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
Preparations are underway as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding day nears, and experts say is likely a prenuptial agreement will be included in those final touches.
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Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
But Van Sant’s imaginative and deeply poignant retelling of Shakespeare’s Henry IV is a pleasure in its own right, its sweetness and gentle touches of surrealism coming together to form a heartbreaking ode to young love.
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Liam Hess,
Vogue,
28 June 2026
There did seem to be doubt at halftime, when Kane was a nonfactor with 10 touches and England was never close to scoring.
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Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Verb
The lawsuit touches on a growing conversation over how companies are using technology, including AI, to push prices higher.
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Audrey McGlinchy,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
This creates a living blueprint of where sensitive information lives and who touches it.
—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Wellness touches abound, from three types of healing bath salts to positive affirmations on the clothes hangers and musical instruments to strum in lieu of a TV (although the latter is available on request).
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 June 2026
An event that 'touches all of our senses' Despite using some similar fireworks, Vitale predicts that this year's July 4th show will be louder.
—
Bill Chappell,
NPR,
28 June 2026
Also onboard an observation deck lounge on the bridge, another lounge with windows out to the sea, and modern Scandinavian design touches throughout.
—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
28 June 2026
Remove vines from your home and trim vegetation that touches the house.
—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
The Los Angeles guitarist and songwriter touches on grief, rejection, and love in lo-fi shoegaze songs that package sunny melodies with comforting gloom.
—
Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
23 June 2026
Let guests arrive, grab drinks and catch up before anyone touches a rulebook.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
Noun
The country’s tragic 21st-century travails provide much of the fodder for the couple’s drama in director Cyril Aris’ moving film, including whether to stay or emigrate, with touches of magical realism and whimsy providing levity.
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David Faris,
TheWeek,
6 July 2026
Released in May 2025, the timepiece is based on the RM 72-01 flyback chronograph that launched in 2020, but features a few fresh aesthetic touches in honor of the Monegasque racer.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 July 2026
Spain holds the edge in possession (55-45 percentage split), total shots (8-5), shots on target (3-2) and touches in the box (11-4).
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Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 July 2026
Other things like the ‘cool blue’ ambient lighting all around the dashboard are neat touches as well.
—
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
Croatia looked to have tied the game in the final moments, but the faintest of touches by a Croatian player made Croatia offside.
—
Ashley Mowreader,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
Preparations are underway as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding day nears, and experts say is likely a prenuptial agreement will be included in those final touches.
—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
But Van Sant’s imaginative and deeply poignant retelling of Shakespeare’s Henry IV is a pleasure in its own right, its sweetness and gentle touches of surrealism coming together to form a heartbreaking ode to young love.
—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
28 June 2026
There did seem to be doubt at halftime, when Kane was a nonfactor with 10 touches and England was never close to scoring.
—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for touches
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The fabric feels cool against my skin and never sticks or clings, even on warmer nights.
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Speak clearly, then act on the opening that feels constructive and well-timed.
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One of the most common – yet frequently misunderstood – causes of chronic pelvic pain is endometriosis, a condition that affects about one in 10 women of reproductive age.
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This issue mainly affects the crafts/below-the-line categories, like directing, editing and cinematography, which are evaluated by specific episodes ahead of nominations.
Verb
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That’s been an idiotic trope for too long — that participating in the business side of it taints you.
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The sarcasm taints the question but doesn’t invalidate it.
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Set in post-Civil War America, former Confederate soldier Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount) joins the lawless traveling town ‘Hell on Wheels,’ which follows the construction of the first-ever transcontinental railroad.
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The new Explorer joins the F-150, Super Duty, Expedition and Maverick, offering Tremor additions.
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That case concerns a longstanding Supreme Court precedent that broadly shields members of such boards from being fired at will, in order to protect them from partisan interference.
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What concerns me is that many yung people are not indoctrinated about what the flag means.
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As the United States of America celebrated its 250th birthday on terra firma with fireworks displays this weekend, two Asian countries made some splashes of their own farther from Earth.
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This recipe has a citrus base that feels seasonally appropriate with splashes of Tabasco which add extra heat.
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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.
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Organizing Elements To really put your mudroom over the top, consider incorporating features that help make organizing your home easier.
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
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And while the couple have yet to confirm their wedding plans, details and hints around their wedding ceremony have begun to emerge, sending Swifties into overdrive.
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“Touches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/touches. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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