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as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a kindly woman who is very considerate of other people's feelings
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as in careful
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
you need to develop a more considerate temperament and learn to think before you speak
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Recent Examples of considerate
Thanks to all who have shared their perspectives, especially those who have been considerate of others' values and beliefs.
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Eric Larsen, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Dec. 2024
Please be considerate with your comments and posts.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2024
Oftentimes, brands will share their version of a document using the applicable redlining feature (which is very mindful, very considerate of them).
—Veronica Ramirez, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
My brother is a kind, gentle, considerate man, and this hurts him deeply.
—Lori Gottlieb, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2024
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Eric Larsen, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Dec. 2024
Please be considerate with your comments and posts.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2024
Oftentimes, brands will share their version of a document using the applicable redlining feature (which is very mindful, very considerate of them).
—Veronica Ramirez, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
My brother is a kind, gentle, considerate man, and this hurts him deeply.
—Lori Gottlieb, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
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Guests will enjoy pampering beyond the spa with an attentive staff that prioritizes service to ensure a sophisticated and satisfying experience.Shivani Vora, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
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Dinner is where the restaurant stands out, not only in its dishes but also in its elegant ambiance and attentive wait staff.Sheeka Sanahori, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
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Davies says the aesthetic precision of the film is down to Berger’s careful planning.Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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Dab with blotting papers to remove excess oil, being careful not to irritate skin.Mark Gurarie, Health, 1 Jan. 2025
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The Fitbit Charge 6 continues to lead the fitness tracker market with thoughtful updates.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 6 Jan. 2025
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However, the thoughtful gesture quickly turned upside down.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Federal Reserve is right to be cautious and see how all of these factors play out in 2025.Harry Holzer, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Local and state agencies are urging the public to be cautious as the Charlotte area prepares for likely snow and ice.Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
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But the party went on, albeit cloaked anew as a fund-raiser for a kinder, gentler organization, the Good Neighbor Council for Aircraft Noise Control.Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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The Power Broker While the perennially good-natured (or, at least, politically savvy) Jennings has kind things to say about Richards’ work as a producer during that first post-Trebek season, the Jeopardy! family in general is reluctant to discuss Richards’ stint.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
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The police officer was wary of the new group in charge.Carlotta Gall, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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Brand Exposure And Trust Consumers today are extremely wary of doing business with unknown brands.Nick Leighton, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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So many patients, consumers, health care professionals, associations, government officials and other caring people have taken time out of their day to reach out.Desiree Adib, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Given Kai-Ming’s clear connections with Maggie and Philip, and with her late father being the only local person likely to be looking for her in a caring, non-murder-y way, Helen deduces that Kai-Ming is at the center of the whole mess.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Haggard said that when the family's fire alarm began chirping because of a low battery, the mastiff had an alert response.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
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Authorities carried out a sweep of the area, using a grid system to search for any additional explosives or suspicious items and no more IEDs were found, but the FBI continues to urge the public to remain alert and report anything unusual.Essence, Essence, 2 Jan. 2025
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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