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as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a most solicitous husband, he had already cleaned the house and cooked dinner by the time his wife returned home from work
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as in enthusiastic
showing urgent desire or interest
a family that is solicitous to put this whole unfortunate affair behind them and to move on with their lives
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Recent Examples of solicitous
Keyishian’s gentle Theo is so solicitous that Sally’s abrasiveness begins to feel abusive, not to say theatrically off-putting.
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Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Karen was more solicitous, offering to take me to lunch.
—Jen Wang, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
Helen, who has the most solicitous husband in the world, believes that divorced people give up too easily.
—Allegra Goodman, New Yorker, 4 Jan. 2026
And Trump has nothing to lose from being friendly, even solicitous to Mamdani.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025
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Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Karen was more solicitous, offering to take me to lunch.
—Jen Wang, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
Helen, who has the most solicitous husband in the world, believes that divorced people give up too easily.
—Allegra Goodman, New Yorker, 4 Jan. 2026
And Trump has nothing to lose from being friendly, even solicitous to Mamdani.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solicitous
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Police call for drivers to remain attentive, particularly during the hours of sunrise and sunset, when shifting lighting conditions affect road visibility.—
Lyanne Wang,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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But as an artist accumulates experiences, the attentive listener starts to carry that baggage with them, particularly as artists spend more and more time selling the self than the art.—
Sheldon Pearce,
NPR,
16 June 2026
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Siskel panned it, but Ebert gave it an enthusiastic thumbs-up.—
Linnea Wicklund,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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His soft opening events have brought in enthusiastic batters and sports fans.—
Jenna Thompson
June 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Create an agenda that names who does what, and map the route so your thoughtful plan serves the group together.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
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Over the years, Lucas and his wife have transformed the space from a simple above-ground pool into a backyard destination complete with thoughtful upgrades and finishing touches.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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While the online retailer is serving up some excellent K-beauty deals—up to 40% off markdowns—our beauty editors are most excited about Medicube deals.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
23 June 2026
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While the Athletics hosted the Angels in Sacramento, their Single-A affiliate minor league team, Stockton Ports, hosted lots of dads who were excited to take their kids, young and grown, out to the ball game.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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Levine, of course, had even kinder things to say about the contestant who prompted all three to turn their chairs during the audition round.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 June 2026
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Each edition is a well-aged rye whiskey that has been given a first-of-its kind cask finish.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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One was of Christopher Isherwood (an avid collector of his work) and his partner Don Bachardy.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
20 June 2026
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Born February 18, 1954, in Antigo, Bradley was an avid reader and history buff.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
20 June 2026
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The company operates 15 safari properties in Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe, with safari experiences built around bespoke, caring, meaningful and considerate values.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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For generations, neighborhoods had park programs, church leagues, YMCAs, summer jobs, youth clubs and local hangouts where teenagers could spend time under the watchful eyes of caring adults.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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Now, the 49‑year‑old turns his attention to an NBA roster headlined by Flagg and a Mavericks team eager to return to championship contention.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Some ships, eager to get out of harm’s the war’s way, may have their vessels towed tug their boats out of the strait before they’re cleaned.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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“Solicitous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solicitous. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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