feel for

phrasal verb

felt for; feeling for; feels for

1

: 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.

2

: 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

Just trying to get a feel for the game and how it’s being played. —Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2025

These programs allow students to experience life on a college campus, take courses taught by university faculty, and get a feel for college-level academics. —Christopher Rim, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025

Beyond its stunning action set pieces, beyond the return of a beloved (and Oscar-winning) franchise, beyond the love felt for its legendary, 79-year-old director, the picture speaks to something deeper. —Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2025

Regardless of whether the charge of ecocide applies to Israel’s bombardment of Gaza, the environmental impact, the spread of disease, and other harmful health impairments will be felt for years to come. —Lesley Joseph, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2025

Rhymes for feel for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore