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touching

Pronunciation: [ˈtʌtʃɪŋ]

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Learn how to use touching in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(adjective) something that makes you feel strong feelings, usually feelings of kindness or sadness. Like when you see a movie or hear a story that makes you cry or smile because it’s really heartfelt.

Example

The touching story of the little puppy found a loving home made everyone in the room tear up.

Example

The ending wasn't touching at all; it left everyone feeling confused.

Example

Have you ever read a touching story that made you feel really emotional?

Context: “physical contact”

(verb) to make contact with someone or something, usually with your hands. For example, when you give someone a hug or tap someone on the shoulder, you are touching them.

Example

She was touching the soft fabric of the dress to see how it felt.

Example

He didn’t touch the hot stove because he remembered it could burn him.

Example

Are you touching the right button to switch on the game?

Context: “influence”

(verb) to affect someone’s feelings or thoughts in a special way. It's like when someone’s words or actions make you feel bad or good inside.

Example

The teacher's encouragement really touched the students and inspired them to do their best.

Example

His harsh comments did not touch her; she was already confident in her abilities.

Example

What could you say to touch someone's heart when they are feeling down?

How to pronounce touching

Pronunciation: [ˈtʌtʃɪŋ]

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