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as in following
to take notice of and be guided by
if we had heeded the ranger's advice, we might not have gotten lost
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as in listening
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing
that boy never heeds when I caution him about running with his shoelaces untied
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Recent Examples of heeding
Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Habush Sinykin said that by blocking Knowles-Nelson, Senate Republicans were not heeding their constituents.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Shipping companies are already heeding Iran’s warning.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
But heeding advice from finance staff, Smith-Folds said the most prudent measure would be to replenish funds being used to cover existing budget caps.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
The company was heeding the crown prince’s words.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
If anything, there’s only ourselves to blame for not heeding his warning.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
Things that used to feel so urgent and non-negotiable (being disciplined, heeding early alarms, ignoring my body’s cues) now have a patina over them.
—Dimity McDowell, Time, 24 Feb. 2026
In Boston proper, EMS Superintendent Tom Finn said that residents seemed to be largely heeding warnings to stay home.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
The Bruins held the Cornhuskers, a team headed to the Sweet 16, to 52 points, heeding Cronin’s message to adopt Nebraska’s attitude.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Habush Sinykin said that by blocking Knowles-Nelson, Senate Republicans were not heeding their constituents.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Shipping companies are already heeding Iran’s warning.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
But heeding advice from finance staff, Smith-Folds said the most prudent measure would be to replenish funds being used to cover existing budget caps.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
The company was heeding the crown prince’s words.
—Literary Hub, 26 Feb. 2026
If anything, there’s only ourselves to blame for not heeding his warning.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026
Things that used to feel so urgent and non-negotiable (being disciplined, heeding early alarms, ignoring my body’s cues) now have a patina over them.
—Dimity McDowell, Time, 24 Feb. 2026
In Boston proper, EMS Superintendent Tom Finn said that residents seemed to be largely heeding warnings to stay home.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heeding
Verb
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Here’s how the other following contenders landed in the top five for Charlotte’s best places to live.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Knicks lost a second game in a row for just the fourth time this season, following Thursday’s loss to the Charlotte Hornets with a late-game collapse against the defending champs.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In the past, her songs were so littered with personal details that listening felt voyeuristic.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
31 Mar. 2026
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Superior sound quality and noise-canceling technology make these wireless headphones a must-have for listening to your favorite tunes or watching movies.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Just be mindful of safety around little ones when carrying boiling water outdoors.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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Just five minutes of mindful movement, like gentle stretching or a quick yoga flow, can help lower stress hormones and support your body’s natural anti-inflammatory defenses.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Social Circle doesn't have the infrastructure needed for a facility of that size, noting the town's water permit is limited to just one million gallons a day.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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At 8%, CPD has the lowest percentage of civilians among the 30 largest police departments in America, the study says, noting New York has a percentage of 31 and Los Angeles 24%.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be wary of those who push for your cash without offering sufficient collateral or payback plans.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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In comparison, the US has adopted a warier stance towards OpenClaw and other AI tools.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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A week before the tournament began Marion County Public Health Department officials and Mayor Joe Hogsett asked attendees to make smart public health choices, such as social distancing and obeying the face masks mandate.—
Shari Rudavsky,
IndyStar,
27 Mar. 2026
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Soon, Melling’s Colin is obeying his lover’s every order, including by shaving himself bald and sleeping like a dog on the floor.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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For many in Chinatown, the tragedy underscores the risks pedestrians face daily — even those who are vigilant.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Pinecrest police ends the Facebook post warning other neighbors in the area to stay vigilant, and for potential lawbreakers to stay far away.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But the senior royals of today still keep a watchful eye on their guests.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Sign-toting protesters walked down Colorado Boulevard under the watchful eye of Pasadena police officers on motorcycles.—
Staff And Wire Reports,
Daily News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Heeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heeding. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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