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as in attitude
a particular attitude, mindset, or preference
The artist was known for her minimalist sensibility. The sentiments expressed in the essay, while typical of their time, are apt to offend modern sensibilities.
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as in sensitivity
the capacity to notice and respond to something
She has a painter's innate sensibility for color and composition.
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Recent Examples of sensibility
Modern Equestrian Elegance Meets Bold Textiles Inspired by the timeless charm of the countryside, this look blends rustic equestrian touches with a refined, modern sensibility.
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Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
With a global sensibility, reach, and reporting hubs now spanning from Washington DC, Silicon Valley, Wall Street to sub-Saharan Africa and the Gulf, Semafor’s journalists around the world power its suite of daily first-read email briefings and signature live journalism convenings.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 7 Jan. 2026
While these two looks were put together with the help of stylist Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, Duwaji's fashion remained rooted in her own sensibilities.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
This property, aiming to meld that elegant European sensibility with local charm, opened in April of 2022.
—Emily Adler, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
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Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
With a global sensibility, reach, and reporting hubs now spanning from Washington DC, Silicon Valley, Wall Street to sub-Saharan Africa and the Gulf, Semafor’s journalists around the world power its suite of daily first-read email briefings and signature live journalism convenings.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 7 Jan. 2026
While these two looks were put together with the help of stylist Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, Duwaji's fashion remained rooted in her own sensibilities.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
This property, aiming to meld that elegant European sensibility with local charm, opened in April of 2022.
—Emily Adler, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensibility
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Black Midi were known for their wild live shows, improvisational but generally aggressive riffs and devil-may-care attitude.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The book also shines a prominent light on how attitudes toward certain drugs have changed over time by showing when and where they were embraced.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
12 Jan. 2026
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With hormonal changes like sensitivity, breakouts, or dryness, skin often benefits from gentler, more supportive formulas that focus on comfort, hydration, and protection.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Jan. 2026
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Rare-earth deposits are also frequently found alongside radioactive uranium, heightening environmental and political sensitivities as Greenland seeks to grow its tourism industry.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center just unveiled Sky Garden, a new residential-style floor with eight accommodations, including an expansive two-bedroom penthouse.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The classic, outfit-elevating style is perfect for year-round wear.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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Kendall Jenner attended alongside Bieber, and the two best friends echoed the same aesthetic.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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The style was courtesy of Renato Campora, who also worked with Gomez to style a similar aesthetic on her wedding day late last year.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Their bulkier, showier, counterparts are slowly being replaced by small, streamlined in-ear headphones, which take up less space inside a carry-on.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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After abducting the man, the kidnappers would become violent, cutting off fingers, ears, or nipples to pressure families into paying ransoms quickly, the Mexican officer says.—
Kevin Maurer,
Rolling Stone,
13 Jan. 2026
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This approach simplifies adoption for premium smartphone brands.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Aesthetics may also be influencing the approach to the work triangle.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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So there's really no choice but for the four major conference commissioners to compile a set of rules and guidelines that make at least a marginal bit of sense.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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Create a sense of order by clearing those surfaces of holiday-specific decor.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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The spa Asian—specifically, Balinese—influences are again evident in the decor, massage techniques, and ingredients used at the 30,000-square-foot Mandara Spa, the Atlantis location of the beloved wellness brand that operates at resorts around the world and on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings.—
Jesse Ashlock,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Italian brands are prized not just for tomato variety, but for techniques that minimize time between harvest and processing and emphasize balanced flavor.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Sensibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensibility. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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