touching

Example Sentences

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The two pieces represent a stark contrast in experiences during the same conflict, once again touching upon the theme of hope amid disturbance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Traditional funeral practices in this region also involve touching the bodies of the dead; when health workers tried to block that from happening, residents only became more suspicious.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

"We're talking about one, two-bedroom flats; the costs significantly more than £450,000 if you want to live within touching distance of central London where lots of us work."

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The conversation was wide-ranging, touching on just about every part of the business.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

“I’m not sure she’s ready for that yet, Dad,” Kestrel says, touching his arm.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy