as in passionate
full of or expressing feeling or emotion
soulful music a soulful performer a handsome actor with soulful eyes
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Recent Examples of soulful
This rich tradition boomed as Black and Brown culture intertwined, with the soulful sounds of Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson and Brenton Wood echoing across the hood.
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Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 9 May 2025
Her sweet, soulful eyes were truly begging for kindness and comfort.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
Plus, their undeniable chemistry (equal parts steamy and soulful) drives a story that doubles as a heartfelt tribute to Black creatives in theater, music, and film.
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—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 1 May 2025
This movie’s resident cool dude, Bucky is a soulful warrior with a prosthetic metal arm who looks good on a motorcycle and is mostly here to provide franchise continuity.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 9 May 2025
Her sweet, soulful eyes were truly begging for kindness and comfort.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
Plus, their undeniable chemistry (equal parts steamy and soulful) drives a story that doubles as a heartfelt tribute to Black creatives in theater, music, and film.
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—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 1 May 2025
This movie’s resident cool dude, Bucky is a soulful warrior with a prosthetic metal arm who looks good on a motorcycle and is mostly here to provide franchise continuity.
—Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soulful
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Gabriella is a cousin of King Charles through her father Prince Michael's side of the family and a passionate musician who played an advisory role around the musical performances for Kate's Together at Christmas carol service in December at Westminster Abbey.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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It’s been possible, but hard to find Fettercairn from independent bottlers in the United States, and those who seek it out are passionate about it, Boice said.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Soto should, of course, get a loving reception from the Bleacher Creatures on Friday night, no?—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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Tina Knowles remembers growing up in a loving and raucous family of nine.—
Sara Sidner,
CNN Money,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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Biden's physical and mental fitness has been the subject of intense scrutiny during and since his time in office, with questions about the former president's age and well-being ultimately forcing him to abandon his 2024 reelection bid.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
19 May 2025
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Yet the overall focus is on the utopian community orbiting around the intense figurehead.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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This dog, who would do best in an active home, loves games of fetch and is also super affectionate.—
Trish Stinger,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2025
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He's become incredibly affectionate and loves receiving kisses.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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The directors will have their first films fully financed (to a budget of 10 million Danish Krone, or $1.45 million), with a theatrical release guaranteed for Denmark.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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The film, which is due to shoot later this year in Hungary, is being lined up for a U.S. theatrical release from Independent Film Company in 2026.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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Hollywood’s obsession with IP and sequels certainly hasn’t gone away, and the upcoming warm months will feature a number of remakes that nobody really asked for.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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The finish is long and flavorful, evoking tropical themes of coconut water and warm beaches.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Soulful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soulful. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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