1
as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
despite their habitual heedfulness, even good drivers can get into accidents
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2
as in attention
strict attentiveness to what one is doing
always exercises extreme heedfulness when she handles her best china
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heedfulness
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At this point, the only people who may want to avoid taurine-containing energy drinks based on these findings are those who currently have, or are in remission from, leukemia—and that’s out of an abundance of caution.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
20 May 2025 -
Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2025
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When that connection fails, Peter quickly couples up with another guest, only to abandon her when his father gives him attention.—
Gary Levin,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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This kind of deliberate, minimal engagement reduces Meta’s ability to monetize your attention, especially through ad impressions and data harvesting.—
Kwame Anthony Appiah,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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By clearly defining fiduciary responsibilities, the IPS promotes accountability, transparency, and adherence to the highest standards of care in managing the assets.—
Paul Westall,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Any medical emergency that requires the administration of life-saving care should bring play to an end.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Left wing-progressives, once skeptical of the status quo, have become stolid guardians of institutions, while right-wing conservatives – once champions of prudence – are tearing down fences.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Known for his humility, gentle spirit, prudence, and warmth, Pope Leo XIV's leadership offers an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to our educational mission.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Kids who receive more maternal warmth between ages five and 10 are more likely to develop key personality traits, such as openness, conscientiousness and agreeableness.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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So, too, do higher levels of agreeableness and lower levels of conscientiousness.—
Sam Walters,
Discover Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Heedfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heedfulness. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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