1
as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
gave a meaningful sigh when I asked her how things were going
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2
as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
his time in office was too brief to accomplish anything meaningful
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Recent Examples of meaningful
Their adventure takes place during a critical period in Earth’s history and becomes a lesson for both children about the natural world and the enduring impact of meaningful bonds.
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
This includes strengthening our defense and economic partnerships with the Taiwan government, supporting Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, and expanding educational, cultural, and scientific exchanges.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
The gap between swimsuit and swim shorts may not strike many as a meaningful sartorial schism.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 May 2025
Analysts expect direct engagement between the two leaders would likely indicate more meaningful progress in talks.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 16 May 2025
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
This includes strengthening our defense and economic partnerships with the Taiwan government, supporting Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, and expanding educational, cultural, and scientific exchanges.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025
The gap between swimsuit and swim shorts may not strike many as a meaningful sartorial schism.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 May 2025
Analysts expect direct engagement between the two leaders would likely indicate more meaningful progress in talks.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meaningful
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Those disparities are suggestive of gaps seen in remote-work patterns: Wealthier, urban Californians are more likely to work from home than lower-income, rural residents.—
Phillip Reese,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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James was pictured in a suggestive gorilla-like pose, mouth open wide, as his right hand dribbled a ball with the other wrapped around Bundchen’s waist.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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That’s another important component of the foreclosures First Street tracked: areas where home prices are rising tend to avoid falling into distress.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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The release is part of the USPS's longstanding tradition of using stamps to commemorate important national events, serving as both educational tools and collectible artifacts that spotlight America's history and heritage.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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The actor enhances his character’s long inner monologues with his eloquent ice-blue eyes, which can convey emotions ranging from disdain and discomfiture to despair and devotion.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
12 May 2025
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The artist also wore an eloquent necklace by Repossi.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
7 May 2025
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While reports differ as to whether costs are rising or falling in recent years, college tuition is still a significant expense, even with financial aid and scholarships.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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The barrier-breaking series revolutionized television and made significant contributions to representation on screen, with Ball's role as the lead seen as groundbreaking for the time.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Lively expressive aromas that include candy cane and After Eight mints as well as blueberries, red cherries and violets.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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May 9 Public Tour — Auguste Rodin: A century after his death, Auguste Rodin continues to be recognized for making figurative sculpture modern by redefining the expressive capacity of the human form.—
Jake Richardson,
Mercury News,
5 May 2025
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The three-time major champion, lacking only the Wanamaker Trophy for his major collection, ran off three straight bogeys early on the back nine and shot 76.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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According to a 2025 report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, roughly 21% of consumers with a credit record were using a buy now, pay later plan from one of six major firms in 2022.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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President of Bosch in North America and president of Bosch Mobility Americas Paul Thomas also made a revealing statement about the complexion of electric vehicle adoption during an online media briefing on the company’s business, Wednesday.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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For all the talk of a nudity ban this year — forbidding women from wearing gowns deemed too revealing — the Cannes fashion police seemed to be off-duty.—
Ramin Setoodeh,
Variety,
13 May 2025
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Photo of the day: Chicagoans pack pews to celebrate South Side pope Rome, the ancient city and historic home of the Catholic Church, felt close to the South Side on Sunday as Chicagoans were still grasping the reality that a son of the neighborhood had become pope, the first American ever.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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From the moment President Donald Trump was sworn into office, his administration has intensified its efforts to deliver on his promise of deporting a historic number of immigrants.—
Annell López,
Time,
12 May 2025
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“Meaningful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meaningful. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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