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The Clue
Touched with tenderness (8 letter answer)
The Answer
CARESSED
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Notes
The answer CARESSED is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.
Related Clues
Fondled
Cared for lovingly
Communicated affection
Soothed, in a way
Definition
CARESS as a verb:
1. touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner; "He caressed her face"; "They caressed in the back seat of the taxi"