touchy-feely

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It’s an “Odd Couple”-type scenario, where Barb, a recently retired accountant and control freak, joins the committee as a volunteer and is aghast at Kath’s touchy-feely vibes and disorganization.

From Los Angeles Times

She recalled him being "very touchy-feely", singing love songs to her and inviting her to parties at his home.

From BBC

He said that his client had sometimes behaved badly, calling him "touchy-feely".

From BBC

Mr Coppola denied the allegations, telling the New York Times in June: “I’m not touchy-feely. I’m too shy.”

From BBC

She’s touchy-feely with her female friends — linking arms, sitting close — but she doesn’t do that with her married male friends.

From Los Angeles Times