Sensed left isn't right (4)

I believe the answer is:

felt

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(Other definitions for felt that I've seen before include "investigated in touching way" , "Sensed - beret material" , "Touched; a soft material" , "Experienced, say, emotion" , "Soft fabric; touched" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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