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in a way that is capable of being touched, felt, or perceived physically
- The texture of the fabric was palpably soft, making it irresistible to touch.
- The silk scarf was palpably smooth against her skin.
- The dough in her hands was palpably soft and pliable as she kneaded it into shape.
- With each step, the gravel path beneath her feet was palpably crunchy and uneven.
- The fur of the cat was palpably velvety as she stroked its back.
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in a way that is easily noticeable
- The tension in the room was palpably felt as the important decision was announced.
- As the drama unfolded on stage, the audience's anticipation became palpably heightened.
- The relief among the team members was palpably tangible when they learned they had met their project deadline.
- The atmosphere in the courtroom became palpably tense as the verdict was about to be revealed.
- The air was palpably charged with excitement as the crowd waited for the performer to take the stage.