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as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a thoughtful offer to watch the neighbors' children on moving day a thoughtful manager who understands that people's families should be more important than their jobs
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2
as in deliberate
decided on as a result of careful thought
a thoughtful argument for military action
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3
as in reflective
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
was a quiet and thoughtful child who rarely spoke but when he did, he almost always had something worthwhile to say
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Recent Examples of thoughtful
The study’s authors believe their findings can help kick off thoughtful reexaminations of Europe’s last hunter-gatherer societies, as well as their influence on the natural world around them.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2025
Senderos, Campbell’s replacement, is a thoughtful boy in the early stages of his Arsenal career.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
No new technology can replace what a thoughtful culture audit can reveal.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Implementation would take thoughtful planning and coordination among multiple departments, the relevant unions and community members.
—Sam Schoenburg, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2025
Senderos, Campbell’s replacement, is a thoughtful boy in the early stages of his Arsenal career.
—Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
No new technology can replace what a thoughtful culture audit can reveal.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Implementation would take thoughtful planning and coordination among multiple departments, the relevant unions and community members.
—Sam Schoenburg, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thoughtful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtful
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Pity the documentary filmmaker: A job already replete with near impossibilities—impossible to secure funding, impossible to get distribution, impossible to find an attentive audience—has just become even more difficult.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
15 Apr. 2025
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Tap Into Your Listening Superpowers While extroverts might dominate conversations with their energy and expressiveness, introverts typically excel at attentive listening.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The deliberate elimination of gender-affirming care in many states is a serious human rights violation.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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As the recovery needle for Chinook moves in the wrong direction, Katz said deliberate action is urgent.—
Alastair Bland | CalMatters,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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The bumpy welcome was reflective of Mr. Bessent’s first few months in what might be the most difficult job in Washington.—
Alan Rappeport,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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The glass is highly reflective, and the screen simply doesn’t get bright enough to combat direct sunlight, making outdoor visibility a challenge.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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She was described as being polite, kind, had a nice smile.—
Vladimir Duthiers, Paul LaRosa,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2025
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While former Lakers guard Max Christie gave Pelinka a kind reception, Anthony Davis was the contrary.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2024
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Working from Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay, Jenkins tries to allay a clunky narrative with his intimate and considered style.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
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The lyrical content of Vernon’s records have long been marked with a tinge of turmoil, and his tendency towards heavy introspection has, at times, cornered him into a trope of a melancholy, lovesick songwriter.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
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With her My Band Y’all band providing muscular backing, Clarkson gave the rock classic a melancholy makeover, injecting an extra layer of longing into Dave Grohl’s lyrics, as well as, of course, busting out one of signature paint-peeling high notes.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
4 Apr. 2025
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Their support gave me hope and reminded me of the power of a caring community.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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All three daughters wrote glowing letters, describing him as a wonderful and caring father.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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Appropriately Murrow-furrowed, Clooney presents the journalist as a downcast, contemplative, dedicated journalist with an occasional flash of dry wit — and even a bit of warmth.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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This grant expands access to our undergraduate Psychedelic Studies Minor, integrating rigorous academic inquiry with contemplative practices and studying mind-body integration.—
Benjamin Adams,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Thoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtful. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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