soft touch

Example Sentences

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It may also cause them to see you as a soft touch who they can tap for money at any time, and who feels obliged to give.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

They didn’t intend to subsidize the state’s soft touch.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2025

Cracked Cronin: “The whole key to that is the loving, soft touch of the head coach.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2024

It wants to be seen to be taking welfare reform seriously and not be seen as a "soft touch" – by some voters and a more hostile tabloid press.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2024

The soft touch of a gentle paw on his back caused him to look around.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques