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tending not to judge other people harshly or unfairly
A good friend is nonjudgmental.
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Recent Examples of nonjudgmental
The camera’s eye is sympathetic, nonjudgmental toward Israa and her family.
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Keep questions open-ended and nonjudgmental.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 7 Jan. 2026
The hospital improved its screening in recent years to make the questions sound nonjudgmental, but not everyone will disclose substance use struggles even then, and parents may not know if other family members are using opioids, Bourque said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
Julie Albright, a psychotherapist and digital sociologist, told Fortune that users who develop emotional dependency on AI bots may also develop a reliance on constant, nonjudgmental affirmation and pseudo-connection.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 26 Dec. 2025
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Keep questions open-ended and nonjudgmental.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 7 Jan. 2026
The hospital improved its screening in recent years to make the questions sound nonjudgmental, but not everyone will disclose substance use struggles even then, and parents may not know if other family members are using opioids, Bourque said.
—Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 30 Dec. 2025
Julie Albright, a psychotherapist and digital sociologist, told Fortune that users who develop emotional dependency on AI bots may also develop a reliance on constant, nonjudgmental affirmation and pseudo-connection.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonjudgmental
Adjective
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Each open practice will offer autograph sessions for children, games, concession stands, photo opportunities, and more.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The new trains have open gangways, allowing riders and police to walk from one end to the other, and have microphones strategically located to alert officials to loud noises that may indicate a need for security intervention.—
Sara Gregory,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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These rules, meant to ensure that the judge will hear cases in an impartial manner and retain the trust of the public, specifically ban statements on how a candidate might rule on cases or interpret the law.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
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Friday’s hearing was held in Uvalde, though the trial of Gonzales was held in Corpus Christi in order to find an impartial jury, due to the widespread impact of the shooting on the Uvalde community.—
Josh Margolin,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Tony O’Neill, gardening author and founder of Simplify Gardening, notes that sedum also provides late-season interest where many other drought-tolerant plants don’t.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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There are some varieties that are more tolerant of afternoon sun, such as panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata).—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 June 2026
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That said, its mid-calf length keeps things casual and easygoing — as does the lightweight fabric — so nothing about it feels overly restrictive.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
18 June 2026
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What really sets Salida apart is the town’s easygoing, no-frills atmosphere.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
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Humans near the site must be receptive to the animals, and a community needs a contingency plan in case the beavers engineer too close to human infrastructure.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Being receptive, easy to work with, and professional really matter to me.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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For her first appearance at the Royal Ascot in three years, Middleton paired the neutral, beige heels with a bright yellow Roksanda dress featuring a distinctive bow detail at the shoulder and a midi-length skirt.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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Rothschild & Co Redburn upgrades Lyft to buy from neutral The firm says shares are compelling at current levels.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Here, the threat may arrive with a badge, a laptop bag and a calm voice.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Your 4th House of Home warms as Venus, planet of values, shifts in, encouraging careful upgrades that make daily life feel calm and genuinely cozy.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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This riveting two-part docuseries preceded the fictional take seen in The Girl From Plainville, taking an unprejudiced and empathetic approach when exploring the complex case, presenting all the facts without vilifying one individual.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Only 43 percent of respondents think the charges against Trump will be adjudicated fairly by a neutral judge and an unprejudiced jury.—
Noah Rothman,
National Review,
20 Dec. 2023
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“Nonjudgmental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonjudgmental. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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