feel for

phrasal verb

felt for; feeling for; feels for

: to search for (something) by reaching or touching usually with the fingers

The doctor felt for any possible fractures in the patient's bruised ribs.

He felt for the light switch.

: to have sympathy or pity for (someone)

I feel (deeply) for you, but there's nothing I can do to help.

Examples of feel for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web At 6-8, has a feel for the game that ultimately could compensate. —

Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2024 Aesthetically, high-grade fibers help denim retain its original look and feel for longer. —

WWD, 21 June 2024 It’s made from a combination of 30% linen and 70% rayon, which offers a lightweight and breathable feel for summer. —

Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2024 But those who visit on one of the other 364 days of the year can still get a feel for the view from the top, by taking a three-hour Bridge Walk tour, which allows visitors to walk the entire 3,030 feet length of the maintenance catwalk located just below the bridge. —

Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for feel for

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