: full of or expressing feeling or emotion
soulful music
soulfulness
noun
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a handsome actor with soulful eyes
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Known for her soulful voice and poignant songwriting, Carolee’s music bridges the intimacy of folk with the power of rock, creating a soundscape both deeply personal and universally resonant.
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Spin Contributor, SPIN, 3 Jan. 2025
Look for cozy counter service, soulful food served in comfortable dining rooms and shorter menus that mix value and deliciousness.
—Kim Severson, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
An homage to the Boricua rapper’s African roots, it’s constructed around his quirky flow and a deep, soulful atmosphere that transcends decades.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
And then there’s Kaytranada’s Timeless, which seamlessly gels soulful R&B house with supple, savory vocals.
—Rolling Stone, 28 Dec. 2024
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Spin Contributor, SPIN, 3 Jan. 2025
Look for cozy counter service, soulful food served in comfortable dining rooms and shorter menus that mix value and deliciousness.
—Kim Severson, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
An homage to the Boricua rapper’s African roots, it’s constructed around his quirky flow and a deep, soulful atmosphere that transcends decades.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
And then there’s Kaytranada’s Timeless, which seamlessly gels soulful R&B house with supple, savory vocals.
—Rolling Stone, 28 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for soulful
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“Soulful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soulful. Accessed 13 Jan. 2025.
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