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
Ware described the opportunity as a return to the public eye after years of staying private, and his reasoning for stepping back into the spotlight was genuinely heartwarming.
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, on streaming, a rare heartwarming reality dating show is back for a fourth season, while a Netflix docuseries looks back on an iconic basketball player's struggles with addiction.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Leslie Mann delivers a heartwarming performance as a woman drifting through a midlife reset, latching onto two college students locked in a subtle competition for her attention.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, who embarks on a journey to New York City and, in turn, helps the Big Apple rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, on streaming, a rare heartwarming reality dating show is back for a fourth season, while a Netflix docuseries looks back on an iconic basketball player's struggles with addiction.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Leslie Mann delivers a heartwarming performance as a woman drifting through a midlife reset, latching onto two college students locked in a subtle competition for her attention.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, who embarks on a journey to New York City and, in turn, helps the Big Apple rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartwarming
Adjective
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Certain low-grade forms of depression can be easy to embrace, as familiar and comforting as an old friend.—
Joshua Minsoo Kim,
Pitchfork,
13 Apr. 2026
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The biscuit topping makes this chicken pot pie extra comforting and satisfying.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Road Ahead for the Grizzly Bear Cubs While the news is encouraging, wildlife officials emphasized that the challenges are far from over.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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SpaceX valuation 'encouraging' watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Once again attending class was instrumental and something that was ultimately a rewarding experience grounded in their own research and their own decisions.—
Froylan Jimenez,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Working with him is rewarding, hilarious, fun, and thrilling.—
Paul Thomas Anderson,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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However, happily, most meaningful efforts, engagements, and pursuits involve profoundly more fulfilling and less harrowing change than moving.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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She got married and began meeting with a life coach to help determine the most fulfilling career path.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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During the chaos, community members like local restaurant owner Ron Grady stepped up to offer warm shelter and food to those who were stranded in the cold due to the massive multi-vehicle crash.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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Thursday will be warm, dry and breezy in the Twin Cities, while other parts of Minnesota will face extreme fire risk.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Both books also feature difficult loving relationships between a mother and a teen daughter.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Your empath will thank you for giving them a loving, supportive village.—
Laura Wheatman Hill,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That was the most gratifying part of the season for Sturm.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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It's been super gratifying to see how many people connected with the movie.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Heartwarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartwarming. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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