as in compassionate
having or showing concern for the well-being of others
There are many caring people in the community.
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as in watching
to have an interest or concern for
a teacher who cares what happens to her students long after they leave her classroom
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Recent Examples of caring
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
Led by sitcom vet Ed O’Neill and introducing TV audiences to the outrageous Sofia Vergara, the series also introduced mainstream audiences to a caring, child-raising gay couple (Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet).
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Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 June 2026
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
That’s the beauty of being young and brash and not caring what others think.
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Adjective
Each beat of that scene is gentle and caring, while also tense and heartbreaking.
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Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
Led by sitcom vet Ed O’Neill and introducing TV audiences to the outrageous Sofia Vergara, the series also introduced mainstream audiences to a caring, child-raising gay couple (Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet).
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Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 June 2026
Verb
Happy Father’s Day to fathers everywhere — birth fathers, stepfathers, adoptive and foster fathers, grandfathers, and all of you caring men who mentor children and fill the role of absent dads.
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Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
That’s the beauty of being young and brash and not caring what others think.
—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caring
Adjective
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At their best, Cancers are compassionate, loyal, intuitive and deeply devoted.
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And the Supreme Court's ruling says that this means those people'spunishments are not extraordinary or compelling, as the compassionate release program mandates.
Verb
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Political analysts will also be closely watching the dynamic between Colombia and Venezuela.
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There are various theories, but there's a certain amount of this kind of behavior that definitely bears watching.
Adjective
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Hostile and benevolent sexism are early indicators of deeper problems.
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Amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, Julián also discovers his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by, in a loveable, benevolent family-friendly feature.
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Having a separate room to have this man handle his emotions may be helpful too.
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An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more.
Adjective
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Leaders are constantly in a chronic, sympathetic-dominant state that, if not appropriately managed, can have downstream effects on their cardiovascular health, immune functioning, sleep, and even personal relationships.
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Jackson thought Colorado voters would be sympathetic to the state’s water crisis, caused by decades of drought and climate change.
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Fears over fledgling eaglets While the annual fireworks display and its impact on local wildlife have garnered controversy in the past, this year, advocates are particularly concerned about Jackie and Shadow’s two eaglets, Sandy and Luna, who were born in early April.
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According to a recent survey from my company, Prosper Insights & Analytics, 32% of executives and business owners are concerned about the data visibility issues associated with AI and believe organizations need more transparency into the data AI uses.
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For daily commutes and weekend trips, this versatile pack looks simple but is packed with thoughtful features.
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While no one can eliminate the risks associated with severe weather, thoughtful preparation can reduce those risks substantially.
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The ethos of the festival also involves looking out for fellow attendees, respecting The Farm and taking the loving energy of the festival out into the world.
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The fun-loving, kilt-wearing Scottish fans took over Boston and South Florida and endeared themselves to both communities.
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“Caring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caring. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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