as in comforting
making one feel good inside
Sarah was deeply touched by the heartwarming welcome she received from her relatives in Israel
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Recent Examples of heartwarming
The heartwarming moment a goldendoodle became an adorable swimming coach to a puppy friend has delighted the internet in a viral video.
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Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Eilish also shared a more heartwarming post on her Story celebrating the bravery of Mexican firefighters who traveled to Texas amid the recent deadly floods, assisting with recovery efforts under orders from President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 9 July 2025
In this heartwarming tale, Tom Hanks stars as Forrest Gump, a man with a low IQ who unwittingly plays a role in numerous significant 20th-century historical events.
—Jené Luciani Sena
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The movie had a more heartwarming, positive outlook.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
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Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
Eilish also shared a more heartwarming post on her Story celebrating the bravery of Mexican firefighters who traveled to Texas amid the recent deadly floods, assisting with recovery efforts under orders from President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 9 July 2025
In this heartwarming tale, Tom Hanks stars as Forrest Gump, a man with a low IQ who unwittingly plays a role in numerous significant 20th-century historical events.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 June 2025
The movie had a more heartwarming, positive outlook.
—Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartwarming
Adjective
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The encouraging sign on this front is that Maresca has received a lot of credit within Chelsea for his intelligent management of his squad at the Club World Cup.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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At the event, Toledo told Variety the response from industry delegates in his back-to-back one-on-one meetings during the market has been encouraging.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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But Preller, rewarding ownership’s faith, outgrew his Dennis the Menace phase.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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Some of the show’s most rewarding scenes arrive when Theo, as an older teen, earns his father’s respect by showing up as his full self.—
Laura Bradley,
The Atlantic,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Read More: The Big Budget Bill Could Make Your ER a Mess Cuts to Medicaid could mean fewer available care services, longer waiting lists for critical support, and potentially the loss of the very assistance that allows those with I/DD to live independent and fulfilling lives.—
Barbara Merrill,
Time,
26 July 2025
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Rising costs, political polarization and the appeal of a more fulfilling life are all driving factors.—
Nathalie Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
Adjective
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Garages can be much warmer than the rest of homes due to poor insulation.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
29 July 2025
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Since the 1950s, average temperatures in July have trended roughly 2.7 degrees warmer, according to the weather service.—
Joyce Orlando,
The Tennessean,
29 July 2025
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In an interview with 60 Minutes, Judy was described as his biggest fan, and their close relationship shows in the loving maternal characters in Adam’s films.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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An article from Dog Mixology reported that dachshund and Bernedoodle mixes are known for being friendly, loving and loyal to families.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Transactions became smoother, quicker and, for many, more emotionally gratifying.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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That’s really gratifying because, out of any song in the film, that one had the most [options] written for that spot.—
Abby Webster,
Billboard,
18 July 2025
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“Heartwarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartwarming. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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