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touching

[ˈtʌtʃɪŋ]

touching Definition

  • 1evoking strong feelings of sympathy, gratitude, or compassion
  • 2coming into contact with something

Using touching: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "touching" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The touching story of the boy and his dog made me cry.

  • Example

    Her speech was so touching that everyone in the audience was moved to tears.

  • Example

    The touching moment when the soldier reunited with his family was captured on camera.

  • Example

    The touching scene in the movie left a lasting impression on me.

touching Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for touching

Antonyms for touching

Phrases with touching

  • to be very close to defecating in one's pants

    Example

    I had to run to the bathroom because I was touching cloth.

  • to make contact with someone for a specific purpose

    Example

    I need to touch base with my boss before I can make a decision.

  • the moment when an aircraft lands on the ground

    Example

    We will be touching down in New York in approximately 30 minutes.

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Summary: touching in Brief

The term 'touching' [ˈtʌtʃɪŋ] refers to something that evokes strong feelings of sympathy, gratitude, or compassion. It can also mean coming into contact with something. Examples include 'The touching story of the boy and his dog made me cry.' and 'The touching moment when the soldier reunited with his family was captured on camera.' Phrases like 'touching cloth' denote being very close to defecating in one's pants, while 'touching base' means making contact with someone for a specific purpose.

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