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as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
Susan became particularly attentive when the sportscaster turned to women's tennis, her favorite sport
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as in thoughtful
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
an attentive neighbor who helps out whenever and wherever she spots a need
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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
if only for your own safety, you need to stay attentive when you are hunting
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Recent Examples of attentive
By combining exterior acoustic sensing with interior monitoring, The Hearing Car shows how vehicles can evolve beyond cameras and radar to become truly attentive machines.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
And so investors bet perhaps the Fed would be less attentive to inflation in the future, making ownership of long-term bonds less favorable and sending those rates lower.
—Sean Conlon,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Long-term Treasury yields rose after the Trump move, while short-term yields slipped, steepening the curve, indicating that investors are betting rates may fall in the near term but drift higher if a politicized Fed proves less attentive to inflation.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Offering the quintessential fine dining experience, complete with white tablecloths, attentive servers, and an extensive wine list, the name pays homage to the influence grandmothers have in the home.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2025
And so investors bet perhaps the Fed would be less attentive to inflation in the future, making ownership of long-term bonds less favorable and sending those rates lower.
—Sean Conlon,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
Long-term Treasury yields rose after the Trump move, while short-term yields slipped, steepening the curve, indicating that investors are betting rates may fall in the near term but drift higher if a politicized Fed proves less attentive to inflation.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Offering the quintessential fine dining experience, complete with white tablecloths, attentive servers, and an extensive wine list, the name pays homage to the influence grandmothers have in the home.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attentive
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For that reason, DEA’s work remains critical and laser-focused.—
Jon Haworth,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Many operating managers are too focused on day-to-day concerns to keep up with engineering innovations outside their field, so project developers walk clients through a cost-benefit analysis of implementing a new technology.—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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An amicable run-in with his ex-wife in this episode has the same thoughtful feeling.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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Her solution is to be thoughtful and focused on the right risks and opportunities.—
Jack McCullough,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Aim to exercise outdoors during daylight hours, if possible, and stay alert to your surroundings for safety.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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That said, since Steal a Brainrot lives on a platform that may pose dangers to kids, parents should stay alert.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Fully immersed, yet without the capacity to watch ourselves from outside the moment.—
Rachel Barr,
Big Think,
20 Aug. 2025
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The mild weather makes walking all the more enjoyable, and walking is my favorite way to feel immersed in Manhattan’s energy.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There's fanfare and unique vendors at every corner, so embrace the journey and be kind to others while shopping, both vendors and other shoppers.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Continuing the Scandinavian stereotype, the Finnish community is similarly kind and welcoming to visitors.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Patients should be sure to report symptoms to their clinicians, and clinicians need to be vigilant and consider Legionnaires’ disease as a possibility.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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Leaders must stay vigilant against economic volatility and global health crises.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
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To watch my daughter and her husband be such wonderful parents — and my other daughter and son and their partners being caring aunts and uncles — brings me so much joy.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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Isaac, 9, is a caring and active young boy who loves helping out and trying new things.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Attentive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attentive. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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