soft touch

The term "soft touch" is often used idiomatically to describe people or situations that are easily managed or influenced.

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Definition

B2Interpersonal Relationships

(informal)Someone who is easily convinced, influenced, or taken advantage of.

Example

  • Everyone knows he's a soft touch and will lend money to anyone who asks.

B2Work and Tasks

(informal)A job or task that is easy to perform and often well-paid.

Example

  • She found a soft touch as a consultant, working only a few hours a week for a good salary.

B2Aesthetics

(general)A quality of being gentle, delicate, or subtle.

Example

  • The soft touch of the fabric made the dress feel luxurious.

Similar

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