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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
On our flight, the Emirates cabin crew made the boarding process pleasant, with warm greetings, helpful introductions to the seat and cabin, and an attentive demeanor while previewing the upcoming flight service.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2025
According to Hafeez, regular social interactions stimulate the brain to remain attentive, while processing details and emotions through critical thinking.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 28 May 2025
However, implementing such a complex solution requires an attentive eye and considerable preparation.
—Atal Bansal, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
My attentive chaperone — Beau Lettieri, the assistant stage manager — had to keep me moving to stay out of the way.
—George Etheredge, New York Times, 12 May 2025
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2025
According to Hafeez, regular social interactions stimulate the brain to remain attentive, while processing details and emotions through critical thinking.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 28 May 2025
However, implementing such a complex solution requires an attentive eye and considerable preparation.
—Atal Bansal, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
My attentive chaperone — Beau Lettieri, the assistant stage manager — had to keep me moving to stay out of the way.
—George Etheredge, New York Times, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attentive
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The Feels is the brainchild of Allie Hoffman, who came up with the idea for a more thoughtful IRL dating event while pursuing her master’s degree from the Spirituality Mind Body Institute at Teachers College, Columbia University.—
Deborah Vankin,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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These practices can generate thoughtful and detailed commentary.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
8 June 2025
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There’s nothing wrong with using technology to meet immediate emotional needs, but leaders should stay alert to the longer-term tradeoff.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The advisory ranks Italy at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, which recommends travelers stay alert to possibly heightened risk.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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That relationship is built, visit by visit, kind interaction after warm conversation.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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She was known as kind, generous, talented, a great collaborator, easy to be around.—
Ashley Spencer,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2025
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Arkansas officials urged residents of the surrounding Izard County to stay vigilant and lock the doors of their homes and vehicles following his escape.—
Jack Moore,
ABC News,
6 June 2025
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Ron Martin, the Burleson officer who oversaw the case, urged shoppers to be vigilant when buying gift cards from racks at big box retailers.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 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
Adjective
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As Siff points out, that caring emotion allows the audience to feel a sense of compassion for all three characters.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The foster teens greatly appreciate these useful items and the efforts of these many caring volunteers, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Aggressive verbal or physical outbursts, wandering, sleeping during the day and being awake all night are some examples.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Mississippi Pork Chops Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 4 1-inch boneless pork loin chops 1/2 tsp.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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The only way for a princess to stay royal is to stay single her entire life or marry a direct relative within her own family — an arrangement no one is particularly interested in pursuing.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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Trump’s remarks are among his most extensive public comments yet on his feud with Musk, and the latest sign that the president is not interested in mending his relationship with the onetime ally.—
Erin Doherty,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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“Attentive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attentive. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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