thought-provoking
adjective
: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article
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Stay informed with op-eds from the Washington Examiner, covering current events, political analysis, and thought-provoking commentary.
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Connor Pfeiffer, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 June 2024
In this sign, the love planet indulges in curiosity and seeks mentally stimulating connections and thought-provoking exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
National parks lure millions of travelers each year with their otherworldly rock formations, abundant wildlife and thought-provoking archaeological sites.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 June 2024
This discussion provides a thought-provoking look at the intersection of art, activism, and historical narrative.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
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Connor Pfeiffer, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 June 2024
In this sign, the love planet indulges in curiosity and seeks mentally stimulating connections and thought-provoking exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
National parks lure millions of travelers each year with their otherworldly rock formations, abundant wildlife and thought-provoking archaeological sites.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 June 2024
This discussion provides a thought-provoking look at the intersection of art, activism, and historical narrative.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for thought-provoking
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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 27 Jun. 2024.
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