caress
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.
Instead of the full-throated, Pavarotti-style belt that’s common in this repertoire, Mr. Pati makes a familiar song like “O sole mio” as gentle as a caress.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 1, 2025
Longley said: "The first thing you notice here is the silence, and the caress of the sea air."
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2024
“Sometimes she’ll say, ‘Mariella,’ and she’ll caress my hand,” the pre-K teacher says.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2023
Survivors of Sunday’s wreck and relatives of the people who died crumpled over in grief as they sat down to caress their loved one’s coffin.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 1, 2023
After Kayode came back from a trip to Switzerland with his parents, Emenike had bent down to caress Kayode s shoes, saying “I want to touch them because they have touched snow.”
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Vocabulary lists containing caress
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Secret Life of Bees
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"The Moustache" and "Who We Really Are"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
