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touching

adjective

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Meaning

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Causing a feeling of sadness or sympathy, often in a gentle or moving way.

Example Sentence

The old man's story about his lost dog was very touching.

Usage Note

Describing something that evokes a strong emotional response, usually sadness or sympathy, in people. Used to highlight the emotional impact of an event, story, or action.