Opposite of to touch or stroke lovingly
Opposite of to examine through the sense of touch
“The shop assistant tried to get her to ignore the superior fabric of the handbag because she would not have purchased it anyway.”
Opposite of to touch or grope, typically inappropriately
Opposite of to move (a baby or young child) up and down in a playful or affectionate way
Opposite of to touch or stroke gently or lovingly
(euphemistic) Opposite of to have physical or intimate relations with someone
“Our feelings have faded, we are further apart than ever and we avoid each other regularly.”
Opposite of to come into sensuous, and potentially inappropriate, physical contact with
“He would recoil in disgust at her aggressive and suggestive advances.”
Opposite of to touch with the intention of having a calming effect
“The last thing a trainer should do is to strike their horse.”
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