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as in attitude
a particular attitude, mindset, or preference
The artist was known for her minimalist sensibility. The sentiments expressed in the essay, while typical of their time, are apt to offend modern sensibilities.
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as in sensitivity
the capacity to notice and respond to something
She has a painter's innate sensibility for color and composition.
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Recent Examples of sensibility
This is a clear violation of modern sensibilities regarding respect for others and their achievements and demonstrates traces of conspiracy theories that will ultimately backfire and hinder the success of the American technology sector.
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Mohammad Hosseini, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Whatever the medium, Mr. Cooper blended a rich literary sensibility with a deep knowledge of the language and status symbols of the ghetto.
—Alex Williams, New York Times, 29 Jan. 2025
The collection was loosely inspired by a fairytale sensibility Siriano had.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 2 Feb. 2025
The opening credits revitalize the classic 1960s theme song with a modern sound that encapsulates the idea of the series blending classic elements like the Steve Ditko-esque animation style with newer sensibilities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
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Mohammad Hosseini, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Whatever the medium, Mr. Cooper blended a rich literary sensibility with a deep knowledge of the language and status symbols of the ghetto.
—Alex Williams, New York Times, 29 Jan. 2025
The collection was loosely inspired by a fairytale sensibility Siriano had.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 2 Feb. 2025
The opening credits revitalize the classic 1960s theme song with a modern sound that encapsulates the idea of the series blending classic elements like the Steve Ditko-esque animation style with newer sensibilities.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for sensibility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensibility
Noun
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Yet, people have a new, more favorable attitude toward his presidency in retrospect, certainly compared to the current occupant of the White House.—
Rich Lowry,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Van Buren returns shortly with a newly contrite attitude, having come around to his library’s merits and read up on Toth’s prior designs in Hungary.—
Anthony Paletta,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Feb. 2025
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The Einstein Ring, which had never been seen around this galaxy before, was suddenly easy to find because of Euclid's high resolution and sensitivity.—
Chandelis Duster,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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The diet could potentially help identify food sensitivities, resolve chronic constipation and IBS symptoms, quiet food addiction and binge-eating, and break weight loss plateaus, according to Ede.—
Melissa Rudy,
Fox News,
10 Feb. 2025
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The Post-Season Pick ($16.99) comes with 10 wings any style, curly fries, and a Pepsi or Bud Light for $16.99.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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The Green Tile Social Club game follows the Hong Kong style of play.—
Claire Turrell,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Feb. 2025
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To complete this effortlessly chic aesthetic, some opted for a minimalist approach with just a touch of gloss.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
11 Feb. 2025
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That doesn’t mean that, inside, the Battista eschews a sophisticated aesthetic, as the interior is defined by sumptuous leather and tasteful accents of carbon-fiber trim.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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For instance, recently on an 11-hour transatlantic flight, my seatmate was having difficulty getting sound in both ears with the airline headset.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2025
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What Facinelli, 51, whispered in Robert Pattinson's ear in the scene in which Carlisle bites Pattinson's Edward, turning him into a vampire.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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How can a story justify that approach to a character whose violence reaches a body count in the millions?—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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This, along with other American touches, such as denim, became the basis for Ivy-style clothes that the Japanese of the ’60s made into a national obsession, and that culminated in a wholly different approach to workwear, office wear, and leisure wear.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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How can home health employees restore a sense of well-being for their clients in an environment where every familiar touchpoint is gone?—
Josh Klein,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2025
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There is considerable merit in the notion Buckley articulated, even in its most basic sense.—
Jack Butler,
National Review,
9 Feb. 2025
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Learn different sculpting techniques using oven-safe polymer clay.—
Kevin Spencer,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The longer answer: Yes, animated shows do have some analogous production techniques to the live-action bottle episode.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Sensibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensibility. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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