Gently touches

DABSAT

"Hint: Think of a light, quick motion you might make with your fingers, followed by a word that indicates direction. (This hint guides the solver toward the action "dabs" and the preposition "at" without directly stating them, making it easier than the original clue while still requiring some deduction.)"

The clue "Gently touches" leads to the answer "DABSAT" through the following breakdown: 1. "Gently touches" suggests a light or soft contact, which can be interpreted as "dabs" (meaning to pat or touch lightly). 2. The word "dabs" is followed by "at", a common preposition indicating direction or contact (e.g., "look at," "point at"). 3.