thought-provoking

adjective

: causing people to think seriously about something

a thought-provoking article

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Audiences were invited to navigate a series of life-size dioramas and paintings, immersing themselves in a thought-provoking exploration of complex human experiences. —

Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025 The thought-provoking, if ever enigmatic picture demands that one succumb to its unhurried pace and unexpected formal surprises. —

Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024 This thought-provoking novel about love, friendship and unlikely connections is perfect for fans of the movie Her. —

Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 31 Dec. 2024 Rivet covered the denim industry’s most compelling and thought-provoking topics in 2024, and our readers have responded with enthusiasm. —

Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thought-provoking

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