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also philosophic
as in analytic
being, given to, or marked by deep thinking especially about fundamental questions of the world
A philosophical person by nature, she spent many hours in deep thought about the great mysteries of life.
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Recent Examples of philosophical
All of which suggests a further overlap with Percy, whose fiction rests on a firm philosophical and theological foundation.
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Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
One of the bedrock philosophical concepts under all of physics is something called causal determinism.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025
With lovely underwater footage and philosophical yet accessible themes, this gentle marine escapade is a celebration of our bonds with wildlife.
—Tomris Laffly, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Dec. 2025
In Ron Howard's true-life historical thriller, Jude Law and Vanessa Kirby are 1930s German lovers working on philosophical manifestos on a remote island in the Galápagos.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
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Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
One of the bedrock philosophical concepts under all of physics is something called causal determinism.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025
With lovely underwater footage and philosophical yet accessible themes, this gentle marine escapade is a celebration of our bonds with wildlife.
—Tomris Laffly, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Dec. 2025
In Ron Howard's true-life historical thriller, Jude Law and Vanessa Kirby are 1930s German lovers working on philosophical manifestos on a remote island in the Galápagos.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philosophical
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Sure, but with Tilis and his analytical and financial teams around, expect for those moves to be dissected and discussed thoroughly to reach a decision.—
Mike Kaye
Updated January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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In the decades since, analytical philosophers have produced all manner of models meant to explain how consciousness arises.—
Dan Turello,
New Yorker,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But logical arguments won't change a person's mind unless the emotional foundation is also addressed.—
Gwen Faulkenberry,
Arkansas Online,
15 Jan. 2026
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All in all, the Wave For 2 seems like a logical addition to a lineup that was previously focused on family camper vans for four to six people.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Scapegoating everyone of similar background as a criminal should be self-evidently wrong to any rational person.—
Sal Rodriguez,
Oc Register,
12 Jan. 2026
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Even paranoiacs have enemies, maybe rendering their paranoia a rational response.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Yoon still faces a trial over the most serious charge against him on accusations of insurrection, multiple sources reported.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Jan. 2026
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In addition to the three residents who were hospitalized, three PG&E workers suffered less serious injuries, according to the report.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2026
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Still, the year comes to a close on a deeply introspective note as Venus and Mercury retrograde through Scorpio in October, prompting reflection around intimacy, trust and emotional truth.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Told in direct in introspective prose, Hjorth is able to conjure the creaky overconfidence of adolescence and all its uncertainties.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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