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Does sensation and feeling something have similar meanings ?

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Dr. Matthew Smith answered

Possibly: "Feeling" is a broad term. It includes emotions, as well as sensations. Sensations usually points to what comes from the senses. But the terms are often used loosely.

Answered 10/8/2015

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