touch
verb (used with object)
to put the hand, finger, etc., on or into contact with (something) to feel it.
had touched
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past perfectof touch.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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In his post Tuesday, Sheeran had touched on his decision not to comment publicly about political subjects, notably the war in Gaza.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
“I started to hear stories about how ‘Star Trek’ had touched people and influenced people — some very powerful stories.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
This version of the footage vs. the clock appeared to show that a Western Michigan player had touched the ball with one second left on the game clock.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
Because Rutter did not score immediately after the ball had touched his arm, the goal was legal.
From BBC ● May 17, 2026
But...his mind had touched her mind, and that seemed to him a deeper reality and even greater intimacy.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
