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  • present participle of touch.
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touching

[tuhch-ing] / ˈtʌtʃ ɪŋ /


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None of the speakers witnessed the alleged inappropriate touching of a student.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 22, 2026

The depiction of family solidarity in the face of hardship is touching, and to Ms. Lee’s credit she portrays it simply, without smarminess.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 21, 2026

The rounding rules are almost touching in their precision.

From MarketWatch Sep. 15, 2026

The Eagles’ only touchdown came on a 15-yard Aaron Hernandez touchdown reception in the first quarter after the Pirates lost possession by touching a punt and not recovering the ball.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 12, 2026

Lily reached for Cat and Chicken, touching their faces.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn




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