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
Joshua Frick, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
So many patients, consumers, health care professionals, associations, government officials and other caring people have taken time out of their day to reach out.
—Desiree Adib, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
Given Kai-Ming’s clear connections with Maggie and Philip, and with her late father being the only local person likely to be looking for her in a caring, non-murder-y way, Helen deduces that Kai-Ming is at the center of the whole mess.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
Ana Orsini's final message before her unexpected death has been revealed, providing insight into her kind and caring personality.
—Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Businesses naturally want to recruit and retain staff who can give their best during working hours without worrying about their children, and parents want to have the peace of mind and job focus that can come from knowing their children are in a safe, caring and educational environment.
—Joshua Frick, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
So many patients, consumers, health care professionals, associations, government officials and other caring people have taken time out of their day to reach out.
—Desiree Adib, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
Given Kai-Ming’s clear connections with Maggie and Philip, and with her late father being the only local person likely to be looking for her in a caring, non-murder-y way, Helen deduces that Kai-Ming is at the center of the whole mess.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
Ana Orsini's final message before her unexpected death has been revealed, providing insight into her kind and caring personality.
—Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caring
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This guiding principle has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s success and its reputation for compassionate advocacy.William Jones, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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Being compassionate with yourself will give you more answers.Gillian Mohney, Verywell Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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Welcome to 2025—a world of benevolent AI, robot assistants, biological breakthroughs, and the general promise of the future.Amy Sterling, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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In a most benevolent gesture, Chicago Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts has invited the most prolific home run hitter in franchise history, the man who sold more tickets to Wrigley Field than the beer and the ivy, to the team’s fan convention next month.Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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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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Shoppers note that the ferns arrive in good condition — thriving straight out of the box — and the company provides helpful instructions to ensure a smooth transition.Maggie Horton, People.com, 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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Initially concerned about Bambi's movement and heart rate, the doctors were hesitant to proceed with further pushing.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Evacuation orders had not yet been issued, but one concerned employee whose grandparents were already stuck in the fires (roughly two miles from the Daily Drills office) was enough for the cofounders to ask everyone to pack up.Zoya Hasan, Forbes, 17 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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Bisset, 80, gave a loving introduction to Jolie, 49, at the Palm Springs International Film Festival’s film awards gala on Friday, Jan. 3, praising the Oscar winner’s work in Maria .Jack Smart, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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By opting for hospice care, Carter embraced a plan designed to manage pain, ensure comfort and provide emotional and spiritual support, all while surrounded by family in the familiar and loving environment of his Plains, Ga., home.Stacey Manley, The Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2025
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“Caring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caring. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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