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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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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 History of Interactive Toys At first glance, the idea of a toy that truly listens—one that remembers a child’s favorite story, asks thoughtful questions, and offers gentle encouragement—feels like a good thing.
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Marc Fernandez, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Aug. 2025
Even as old-school diners close, taking their nostalgic railroad car facades and bitter-as-bark coffee with them, chefs are revitalizing the genre with an eye for thoughtful sourcing and reimagined breakfast plates.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
But with collaborations dropping in a near-constant cycle, there’s little time left for thoughtful curation, and that rush to stay relevant can make campaigns more prone to missteps or outright controversy.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 20 Aug. 2025
Milk and sweeteners, such as sugar and honey, are provided on the table, alongside thoughtful touches like lemon slices.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
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Marc Fernandez, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Aug. 2025
Even as old-school diners close, taking their nostalgic railroad car facades and bitter-as-bark coffee with them, chefs are revitalizing the genre with an eye for thoughtful sourcing and reimagined breakfast plates.
—Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
But with collaborations dropping in a near-constant cycle, there’s little time left for thoughtful curation, and that rush to stay relevant can make campaigns more prone to missteps or outright controversy.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 20 Aug. 2025
Milk and sweeteners, such as sugar and honey, are provided on the table, alongside thoughtful touches like lemon slices.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtful
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Beneath a wintry New York sky, Jones lets this jolt from the blue play out in a way that signals how grounded and gracious Ed is, his attentive gaze registering shock, confusion and delight.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Aug. 2025
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Even the most attentive partners will occasionally miss bids.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Police are calling this a deliberate act of violence.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
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Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka made a deliberate choice for a glitzy jacket that featured an assortment of red crystals.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
27 Aug. 2025
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Visibility at night was another concern, as the dark finish gives the water a more reflective, shadowy look.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Studies, including our own, have found that people who have studied philosophy are, on average, more reflective and more open-minded than those who haven’t.—
Michael Prinzing,
The Conversation,
21 Aug. 2025
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Asked about Trump's relationship with her and with Epstein, Maxwell said Trump was always kind and cordial with her.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
24 Aug. 2025
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Sweet, feisty, kind, smart, sensitive and spiritual.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Maybe the slower, more considered pace of life is exactly what is required to create a more sustainable place, and a more sustainable future.—
Emma John,
AFAR Media,
20 Aug. 2025
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At a time where equality is treated as an imposition on the other, Claire’s careful and considered story feels more relevant than ever.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 2025
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Hollow Knight’s award-winning composer, Christopher Larkin, brings melancholy melodies, symphonic strings and heart-thumping, soul strumming boss themes to the adventure.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
22 Aug. 2025
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Brass rang out during the first chorus as Beck and company picked up the pace following one of Sea Change’s more melancholy moments, striking a cinematic tone during an early instrumental section.—
Jim Ryan,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Jordana Brewster plays Dom’s loyal, caring and brave sister Mia Toretto, who becomes the wife of franchise co-lead Brian O’Conner (Paul Walker) and mother of their children.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Halford recalled Osbourne’s generosity and caring nature, as well as his musical feats with Sabbath and as a solo act.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
20 Aug. 2025
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Quietly elegiac and lushly romantic, this beloved piece captures the play’s contemplative pace and the sense of grief and yearning that runs throughout.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
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The best ones are juicy, food-friendly and not overly contemplative.—
Devin Parr,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Thoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtful. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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