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  • present participle of touch.
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touching

[tuhch-ing] / ˈtʌtʃ ɪŋ /


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

Their first score arrived with their next push at the line, Johan Grobbelaar touching down and Pollard converting, leaving Glasgow with a 21-10 half-time lead.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Aidar was quoted in the news about Filó, saying she objected to the influencer bringing Filó into his house, touching her, and treating her like a human.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Look at the redheaded, freckled whatnot named Jack, who had a yo-yo in his back pocket but showed such admirable restraint in not even touching it, never once twisting around to play with the string.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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