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
In text over the photo, Jenner shared a heartwarming sentiment about her toddler son.
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Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
At Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia, an unlikely friendship between a towering giraffe and a baby zebra has become one of the park’s most heartwarming stories — and a vivid reminder of how deeply animals can connect across species lines.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
The heartwarming reunion, shared on Instagram on April 13, has since captured millions of hearts.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
What followed was truly heartwarming.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
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Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
At Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia, an unlikely friendship between a towering giraffe and a baby zebra has become one of the park’s most heartwarming stories — and a vivid reminder of how deeply animals can connect across species lines.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
The heartwarming reunion, shared on Instagram on April 13, has since captured millions of hearts.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 Apr. 2026
What followed was truly heartwarming.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for heartwarming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartwarming
Adjective
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Two of fall's most comforting flavors combined?—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
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The production is cold, distant, and uncertain, like the world lately, but within the song the lyrics feel warm and comforting.—
Time,
Time,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Whether this year is another blip or the start of at least a small rebuild is of course impossible to say yet, but the number of shows increasing (as did the number of pilots networks made) is an encouraging sign.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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As such, Google Project Zero is strongly encouraging vendors to improve their proactive software development practices to prevent these kinds of vulnerabilities from ever reaching end users.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Cold-tolerant herbs to start now for fresh flavor Herbs are one of the most rewarding additions to an early spring garden, partly because so many of them genuinely prefer cool weather.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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As a result, ordinary life stops feeling rewarding.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The Oscar Mike Foundation is dedicated to helping disabled veterans live a more fulfilling life.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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His most fulfilling moment was when the fourth calf was born in the wild last year, an indication that the bongos are thriving in their native habitat and that their population will certainly increase.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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State and federal taxes, seasonal demand and even more expensive fuel blends needed for warmer weather are all pieces of the pie.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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When the weather gets warm, nothing satisfies quite like cold noodles in iced broth.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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As such, a loving relationship will demand awareness that, sometimes, not every truth needs to be delivered in its rawest form.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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From a young age, we're taught to greet people, regardless of their age, and even compliment them, so everyone is very accepting and loving.—
Zama Magudulela,
Travel + Leisure,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Exciting, gratifying, intimate, and also—unsettling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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To see 28 years later, that this character has become so beloved and has resonated with so many of you is so gratifying.—
Kate Hogan,
PEOPLE,
8 May 2026
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“Heartwarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartwarming. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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