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as in to sense
to have a vague awareness of
I feel trouble brewing in the town
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2
as in to touch
to come into bodily contact with (something) so as to perceive a slight pressure on the skin
feel this blanket and perceive how soft it is
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3
as in to experience
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
with the birth of their first child the couple came to feel true happiness for the first time
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as in to think
to have as an opinion
I just feel that we haven't explored all of our options for raising funds
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as in to look
to search for something blindly or uncertainly
the sudden blackout had us feeling around in the dark for a flashlight
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as in feeling
an indefinite physical response to a stimulus
the warm feel that fine cashmere gives
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Recent Examples of feel
Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2025
The Gundam roster of units is also pretty strong and definitely feels more catered to a Western audience, which is no bad thing.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Soaring ceilings give them a luxuriously spacious feel, and each has a private deck overlooking the sea.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Verb
In fact, 43% of employees surveyed by Korn Ferry say leadership isn’t aligned, and 37% report feeling directionless.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2025
The Gundam roster of units is also pretty strong and definitely feels more catered to a Western audience, which is no bad thing.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
From vases that display your favorite blooms to throw blankets that give your bedroom a light and airy feel, these picks will breathe fresh life into each room (once you're done with your spring cleaning)—all while staying within your budget.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2025
Soaring ceilings give them a luxuriously spacious feel, and each has a private deck overlooking the sea.
—Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feel
Verb
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Cuban forged a particular bond with Dumont, sensing long-term business opportunities with the son-in-law of Miriam Adelson, Sheldon’s widow.—
C. Clark, D. Aldridge, S. Amick, F. Katz,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Wall Street fears a hit to growth The stock market is a forward-looking barometer of investor sentiment — and tends to fall when investors sense collective danger.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Since the fiddle is so approachable, every hand that touches it has the ability to impact its sound.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
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Buy Now for $176 In the compilation video, Hurley stands atop rocks on the beach and walks on the white sandy beaches of the island before letting her feet touch the water.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In June 2013, a craft owned by New York Helicopter experienced engine failure with four passengers aboard, which ended in an emergency evacuation, according to National Transportation Safety Board records.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Rural hospitals, long-term care centers, behavioral health settings and maternal-child health units are experiencing acute shortages.—
Kymberlee Montgomery,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Researchers once thought this ability was unique to humans.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Apr. 2025
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Officially launched at the end of the year, the collection brings Louboutin’s signature design codes to life in eyewear form—think bold architectural lines, sensual curves, and unmistakable touches of red.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Mikko has food aversion, often eating only certain colors and textures, so the family looks for grocery stores and lodging that have a kitchen or at least a microwave.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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While things weren’t completely blown off course with Friday’s 4-0 loss to Gotham FC, Angel City looked lost without Alyssa Thompson leading the way.—
Emily Olsen,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
Verb
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However, Grant's fit in Buffalo seems a little strange on paper.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Apr. 2025
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These fast-moving, Mid-Atlantic hurricanes seem to occur every 40 years or so, with 2003, 1933, 1896, 1893, and 1878 all being examples.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Their music taught me how to put lyrics to the feeling of love.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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There was a feeling that the country was coming out of a massive crisis and that global institutions had a responsibility to help rebuild the country, strengthen its healthcare system, and make sure an outbreak like this could never happen again.—
The Dial,
The Dial,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Now in their early to mid-30s, both authors have seen their stories grow into global phenomena, with millions of readers and successful film adaptations.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Apple, which relies on a supply chain based largely in China, saw shares climb 2.2%.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Feel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feel. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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