to the touch

idiom

—used to say that something feels a certain way when touched

Sand the wood until it is smooth to the touch.

Examples of to the touch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Grill the trout over medium heat, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until the flesh is firm to the touch. —

Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 23 May 2024 Pick a product that’s too strong, and your beautiful hairstyle will be crunchy to the touch. —

Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 Featuring a blend of linen and cotton, this button-down shirt allows for plenty of airflow and is light to the touch. —

Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 18 May 2024 The sandals are made from ethylene vinyl acetate, a resin material that’s malleable like rubber, but softer to the touch. —

Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 13 May 2024 The cover material was cool to the touch but still provided a warming effect. —

Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 13 May 2024 After 25 minutes, the paint will be dry to the touch. —

Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2024 Drown fires with plenty of water and stir to make sure everything is cold to the touch. —

Staff Reports, The Arizona Republic, 4 May 2024 The sustainable fibers are soft to the touch and wrinkle-resistant, while the cozy wide leg design is practical for long travel days. —

Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2024

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