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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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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
This is about building lasting connections through thoughtful dialogue.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
The selvedge customer Purchasing selvedge jeans is a thoughtful and nuanced decision that reflects a deeper understanding of quality and craftsmanship.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Jan. 2025
But the small, thoughtful details were just as eye-catching.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
However, the thoughtful gesture quickly turned upside down.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
The selvedge customer Purchasing selvedge jeans is a thoughtful and nuanced decision that reflects a deeper understanding of quality and craftsmanship.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Jan. 2025
But the small, thoughtful details were just as eye-catching.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
However, the thoughtful gesture quickly turned upside down.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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What’s more, at T. Gold, Gen Z attendees and others will learn the latest regarding how high technology meets goldsmith tradition to respond to the needs of a rapidly evolving market that’s increasingly competitive and attentive to product and production process sustainability and customization.Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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And when presented with a 2025 Aurora Historical Society calendar, Williams couldn’t help but notice how attentive her aunt became as Jaros patiently took her through each month’s historical photos.Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
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And then there’s the human factor; Cal Fire, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, estimates more than 90% of wildfires are caused by humans, whether through carelessness, deliberate ignitions or infrastructure failures.Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Baskin also set the final song to the same tune of the first — a deliberate callback.Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
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For years, experts have noted that these measurements are not standardized, can vary by day and time, and are not reflective of a person's overall fluoride exposure.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025
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Charly's playful knack for finding the best lounging spots is reflective of the breed's charming characteristics.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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But the party went on, albeit cloaked anew as a fund-raiser for a kinder, gentler organization, the Good Neighbor Council for Aircraft Noise Control.Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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Being one of 11 siblings, Dina is looking for someone who is kind, ambitious and family-oriented.Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2024
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Working from Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay, Jenkins tries to allay a clunky narrative with his intimate and considered style.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Heat’s 36-point loss to the NBA’s fifth-worst team over the weekend marked their third-largest home defeat in the last two decades and kept them hovering around .500 as a melancholy cloud hangs over the franchise’s head.James Jackson, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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The melancholy song reaches a new high on both the Billboard Global 200 and the Billboard Global Excl.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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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
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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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The French fashion house reunited with Sarah Jones, known for her contemplative large-scale color photographs of subjects such as empty therapists’ couches.Joelle Diderich, WWD, 2 Jan. 2025
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It’s been a mainstay on every bike ride, long walk, and contemplative moment of mine this year.Vogue, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Thoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtful. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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