thought-provoking
adjective
: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article
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Either way makes for an arduous journey in this thought-provoking novel.
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The Know, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
For those looking to mix a little culture into their stay, the resort’s Salon Series brings guests and local tastemakers together for intimate evenings of art, music, culinary delights, and actual thought-provoking conversation.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Primo Levi is not as well-known as other Holocaust survivors, but his story, writing, and perspective are compelling and filled with thought-provoking wisdom.
—Walt Shelton, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
His work is always rigorous and thought-provoking, but rarely stuffy.
—Literary Hub
july 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
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The Know, Denver Post, 13 July 2025
For those looking to mix a little culture into their stay, the resort’s Salon Series brings guests and local tastemakers together for intimate evenings of art, music, culinary delights, and actual thought-provoking conversation.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Primo Levi is not as well-known as other Holocaust survivors, but his story, writing, and perspective are compelling and filled with thought-provoking wisdom.
—Walt Shelton, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
His work is always rigorous and thought-provoking, but rarely stuffy.
—Literary Hub
july 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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