touching

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It can also be transmitted by touching contaminated objects such as needles, bedding or clothing.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The actor shared a touching message to his two teenage daughters in an interview released on Netflix hours after his death, part of the docuseries ‘Famous Last Words.’

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 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

"Loved ones are throwing themselves at the bodies, touching the corpses... while organising mourning rituals bringing together loads of people", Jean Marie Ezadri, a civil society leader in Ituri, told AFP last week.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Shocked participants made out an empty chair crossing the room, “winding its way among the people … without touching them.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock