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also philosophic
as in analytical
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
Kyle: And to set up contrived philosophical discussions.
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ArsTechnica, 27 May 2025
From Philosophy To Practice Translating philosophical inquiry into practical engineering remains one of the greatest challenges in AI development.
—Francis Hellyer, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Seattle Seahawks Klint Kubiak’s hiring as offensive coordinator closes a gaping philosophical gap between coach Mike Macdonald, who wants to win the old-fashioned way, and 2024 coordinator Ryan Grubb, whose offense ranked fourth in pass rate on early downs, including when tied or leading.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 29 May 2025
At the same time, Seventeen is grappling with change of a more philosophical nature: wrestling over what the band should become.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for philosophical
ArsTechnica, 27 May 2025
From Philosophy To Practice Translating philosophical inquiry into practical engineering remains one of the greatest challenges in AI development.
—Francis Hellyer, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Seattle Seahawks Klint Kubiak’s hiring as offensive coordinator closes a gaping philosophical gap between coach Mike Macdonald, who wants to win the old-fashioned way, and 2024 coordinator Ryan Grubb, whose offense ranked fourth in pass rate on early downs, including when tied or leading.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 29 May 2025
At the same time, Seventeen is grappling with change of a more philosophical nature: wrestling over what the band should become.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for philosophical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for philosophical
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The Tigers, meanwhile, have searched for the blend every baseball team looks for: Merging the old school and the new, analytic savvy and human feel.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Superintelligence is the point at which AI intelligence passes human intelligence in general cognitive and analytic functions.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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But there’s little logical argument for keeping him on.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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This is a logical form of thinking in the sense that AGI as an intellectual mechanism would be unable to compete in jobs that involve hands-on work.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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This may be a financially rational move, but also a negative signal to shareholders looking for leverage.—
Alexander S. Blume,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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But the over-the-top operation in South Park generated a nationwide debate, not all of it rational, and a unified response of condemnation from San Diego Democratic leaders, including four members of the local congressional delegation.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
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“Philosophical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philosophical. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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