as in compassionate
having or showing concern for the well-being of others
There are many caring people in the community.
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as in watching
to have an interest or concern for
a teacher who cares what happens to her students long after they leave her classroom
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caring relationships
supportive relationships
meaningful relationships
healthy relationships
positive relationships
close relationships
a caring attitude
a compassionate attitude
a charitable attitude
a considerate attitude
a sensitive attitude
a thoughtful attitude
caring parents
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Recent Examples of caring
Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
Success planning provides each student with a navigator who co-creates a unique plan of action with each child, their family, educators, and other caring adults.
—Libby Schaaf, TIME, 13 Jan. 2025
Cancers are known for their loyalty, and Roland's devotion to his family, especially to his wife Jocelyn and his children, mirrors the caring and nurturing side of this Water sign.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
From his iconic performances to his advocacy for greater inclusion and representation on and off-screen, Warwick has had a remarkable impact on cinema and been profoundly influential in fostering a more inclusive and caring society.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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So smart, handsome, respectful, outgoing, caring, competitive, loving, talented & just an overall VIBE!
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
Success planning provides each student with a navigator who co-creates a unique plan of action with each child, their family, educators, and other caring adults.
—Libby Schaaf, TIME, 13 Jan. 2025
Cancers are known for their loyalty, and Roland's devotion to his family, especially to his wife Jocelyn and his children, mirrors the caring and nurturing side of this Water sign.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
From his iconic performances to his advocacy for greater inclusion and representation on and off-screen, Warwick has had a remarkable impact on cinema and been profoundly influential in fostering a more inclusive and caring society.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caring
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Now, to me the phrase means that girls just wanna be real… and vulnerable… and inclusive… and compassionate and on and on.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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And the solutions—creative, bold, and compassionate—are in our hands.—
John Hope Bryant,
TIME,
18 Jan. 2025
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The 34-year-old Uncut Gems actress has revealed that her current New York home came with a surprise: a benevolent spirit named Beauty, who has taken up residence in the basement.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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In it, humanity’s future has been largely tamed by a brilliant mathematician who uses statistical laws to control human behavior and protect against catastrophic events, ensuring what is supposed to be benevolent and stable rule for centuries.—
Margaret MacMillan,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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But even many of the people who are dealing with some degree of the disorder, end up finding ways to cope and manage by adapting helpful tips and techniques that have often been suggested by a mental health professional.—
David Oliver,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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Below, medical experts share helpful tips to support your lungs, skin and general wellness.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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The hierarchy is sympathetic to the difficulties faced by former St. Pauli head coach Hurzeler in a new country and at a new level — St. Pauli won 2.Bundesliga under his command last season — with numerous changes to the squad and the non-playing staff all exacerbated by a mountain of injuries.—
Andy Naylor,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Older South Koreans, however, are more sympathetic to Yoon.—
Se Eun Gong,
NPR,
15 Jan. 2025
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To be sure, Bank of America is concerned about the potential impact of new tariffs, particularly on goods sourced from China.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2025
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Doctors are concerned about the virus every year, but in years where a new strain of the virus is dominant — like this year — illness rates can increase, according to the CDC.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Jan. 2025
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And having more thoughtful conversations doesn’t preclude the need sometimes to confront those who are needlessly cruel or organizations that benefit from such exploitation.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 Jan. 2025
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Employers consistently emphasize the value of hiring individuals with a broad knowledge base who can collaborate to solve problems, engage in thoughtful debate, communicate clearly, and think critically—skills that liberal-arts programs rigorously cultivate.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a stable and loving home, and every parent deserves the chance to provide that environment without the shadow of systemic bias looming over them.—
Jumara Perry,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Jan. 2025
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The euphoric and loving screams of the crowd made Fito Páez blush.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Caring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caring. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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