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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
gave a meaningful sigh when I asked her how things were going
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
his time in office was too brief to accomplish anything meaningful
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Today’s cannabis enthusiasts are prioritizing quality, sustainability, and meaningful connections, and the craft cannabis movement is delivering all three in harmony.
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024
But it’s been another full year of meaningful and impactful stories this year.
—Frank Vaisvilas, Journal Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
Whether to bring levity or to spark meaningful discourse and learning, Comrade aims to use our art and clothing to advance the cause of building socialism in our lifetime.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
The royal family's appearance at Princess Kate's concert was especially meaningful as a show of support for her following a challenging year.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024
But it’s been another full year of meaningful and impactful stories this year.
—Frank Vaisvilas, Journal Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
Whether to bring levity or to spark meaningful discourse and learning, Comrade aims to use our art and clothing to advance the cause of building socialism in our lifetime.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
The royal family's appearance at Princess Kate's concert was especially meaningful as a show of support for her following a challenging year.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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To emphasize this, Wolfe’s production is suggestive, even surreal.Jesse Green, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who knows what’s actually happening inside Sheridan’s enormous ham-with-a-cowboy-hat-on head, but season five’s back half is highly suggestive of some deep inner personal truth bursting through the fictional substrate.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 4 Dec. 2024
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Another thing that was important in 1979, of course, was the series of murders of Black women.Jazmine Hughes, Them, 20 Dec. 2024
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As always, nothing but the most important journalism from us. Welcome back to The Bootleg.Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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And no face more eloquent than that of Edward Norton, who as Pete Seeger has that expanse broadened by a hairline swooping up toward his crown.Alison Willmore, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2024
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Among other things, Fragile is the most eloquent showcase of the band members’ dazzling instrumental virtuosity.Darryn King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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The acquisition also includes the assumption of over $2 billion in Nordstrom's debt, signaling a significant financial commitment from the buyers.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Greenland's natural resources include gold, silver, copper and uranium and there's believed to be significant potential for oil in the waters off the territory.Rebecca Falconer, Axios, 24 Dec. 2024
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Cruse has since released methode champenoise wines, which are more expressive, under the Cruse Tradition label.Patrick Comiskey, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
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This novel explores complex themes and characters with sophisticated prose that is direct and clear, yet emotionally expressive.Harrison Monarth, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
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In 2022, Biden signed into law the first major federal gun reform in three decades, about a month after an 18-year-old man opened fire at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, killing 19 students and two teachers.Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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State officials said the new investment is expected to create hundreds of new, high-paying jobs by the end of 2030 and increase Ohio’s role as a major technology hub.J.D. Davidson | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Dec. 2024
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The last five games have been very revealing about where this team is in Year 1 under Harbaugh.Daniel Popper, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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The mini-moon's composition has proved to be one of its most revealing features.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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In a historic election in South Africa, the ruling ANC party fails to win a majority for the first time since 1994.The Week UK, theweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Old North Illuminated operates the church as a historic site.Landon Mion, Fox News, 25 Dec. 2024
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“Meaningful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meaningful. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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