thought-provoking
adjective
: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article
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This is a perfect time for spontaneous adventures or thought-provoking conversations that broaden your perspective.
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Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2024
The moon meets up with Venus today, prompting thought-provoking conversations and creative collaborations.
—USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
Have a thought-provoking question prepared to keep people on their toes.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
This thought-provoking dialogue makes one thing clear: computers of the future won’t be made of metal and plastic.
—Longreads, 16 Aug. 2024
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Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2024
The moon meets up with Venus today, prompting thought-provoking conversations and creative collaborations.
—USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2024
Have a thought-provoking question prepared to keep people on their toes.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
This thought-provoking dialogue makes one thing clear: computers of the future won’t be made of metal and plastic.
—Longreads, 16 Aug. 2024
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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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