as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a critical study featuring an insightful analysis of the novelist's recurring themes
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Recent Examples of insightful
How could such an insightful, searching and consummately truthful writer seemingly spend her daily life lying to herself?
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Glen Weldon, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
The comments section is another area where TikTok culture stands apart — users tend to take pride in posting funny or insightful comments, which often take on a life of their own.
—Allison Morrow, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
McMahon told the Pasadena Star News that her friend was unique, eccentric and insightful.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2025
From the innovative offerings of the beauty community to insightful donation tips courtesy of local organizers, there is a wealth of information available for all those searching.
—Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
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Glen Weldon, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025
The comments section is another area where TikTok culture stands apart — users tend to take pride in posting funny or insightful comments, which often take on a life of their own.
—Allison Morrow, CNN, 15 Jan. 2025
McMahon told the Pasadena Star News that her friend was unique, eccentric and insightful.
—Kierra Frazier, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2025
From the innovative offerings of the beauty community to insightful donation tips courtesy of local organizers, there is a wealth of information available for all those searching.
—Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for insightful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for insightful
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For example, tying the knot on the same weekend as the Super Bowl in the city where the event is taking place may not be wise, as hotel availability will likely be limited and room rates may be much higher than normal.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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Back then, wise Israelis counseled that to remain an occupying power over an understandably angry people was not only morally repugnant, but could erode Israel's own society.—
Max Rodenbeck,
TIME,
17 Jan. 2025
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All but one speaker on the matter urged the city away from renewing the deal or encouraged officials to be prudent in any contract decisions.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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If any South Carolina lawmakers are unsure about the need to bring the state’s top marginal income tax rate down further in order to be more competitive, Governor Brian Kemp (R-Ga.) recently demonstrated why Speaker Smith’s proposal is prudent.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Some owners and experts observe that black cats can be particularly adaptable, friendly and perceptive.—
John Mac Ghlionn,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
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This lucid and perceptive book is a valuable guide to what is at stake in the ongoing conflict.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Insightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insightful. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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