
Clammy
Physical Sensation
Describes how something feels to touch, often related to skin or surfaces that are unpleasingly damp.

The clammy touch of the cellar walls made her shiver.
Nervous Reactions
Commonly used to describe the feeling of cold, sweaty hands or skin when someone is nervous or afraid.

Before the interview, his palms were clammy with nervousness.
Uncomfortable Humidity
Evokes the sensation of high humidity that makes air feel heavy and skin uncomfortably wet.

It was a hot, clammy day, and the air felt thick to breathe.
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