The balloon burst when it touched the sharp needle.
The balloon burst when it touched the sharp needle.
English
touch
tʌtʃ, tʌt͡ʃ
Meaning: to put one's hand on something
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | touch |
| 3rd person singular present | touches |
| Present participle | touching |
| Past | touched |
| Will future | will touch |
| Going-to future | going to touch |
| Imperative negative | don't touch / do not touch |
Example sentences
Please don't touch the wet paint.
Please don't touch the wet paint.
A bee can sting your hand if you touch the hive.
A bee can sting your hand if you touch the hive.
Her kindness touched everyone in the room.
Her kindness touched everyone in the room.
He reached out and touched the cold water with his fingertips.
He reached out and touched the cold water with his fingertips.
Usage Notes
Used for physical contact. It can also mean to affect someone emotionally or to be in contact with something.
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