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as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a thoughtful offer to watch the neighbors' children on moving day a thoughtful manager who understands that people's families should be more important than their jobs
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as in deliberate
decided on as a result of careful thought
a thoughtful argument for military action
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as in reflective
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
was a quiet and thoughtful child who rarely spoke but when he did, he almost always had something worthwhile to say
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Recent Examples of thoughtful
At the same time, implementing thoughtful term limits would encourage fresh perspectives and reduce entrenched power.
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Kevin Fixler
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
This legislation is thoughtful in its scope too.
—Manny Pastreich, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
For families While W Philadelphia’s glossy aesthetic and social atmosphere primarily attract couples and business travelers, the hotel makes surprisingly thoughtful accommodations for families.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 4–8 this year, and is a chance to say thank you with kind gestures and thoughtful gifts.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
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Kevin Fixler
may 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 May 2026
This legislation is thoughtful in its scope too.
—Manny Pastreich, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026
For families While W Philadelphia’s glossy aesthetic and social atmosphere primarily attract couples and business travelers, the hotel makes surprisingly thoughtful accommodations for families.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 4–8 this year, and is a chance to say thank you with kind gestures and thoughtful gifts.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for thoughtful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtful
Adjective
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For anyone who values craftsmanship and artistic tradition, this gallery rewards a slow, attentive visit.—
Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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For pre-dinner drinks and gyoza, stop by Gyopao Gyoza Shinjuku, with attentive staff and delicious gyoza that earned a TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice award in 2025.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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But in its 11th year, the festival made a deliberate shift toward local storytelling and civic engagement.—
Christiana Freitag,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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But this time, there was nothing deliberate about the process.—
Jim DeFede,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
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The youngins also want a yacht that is design-forward and reflective of their taste.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
2 May 2026
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The move feels reflective of the state of things.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The only thing keeping them from the bottom is the Boston Red Sox, who still play at a stadium not known to be kind to pitchers, Fenway Park.—
Mac Engel
April 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2026
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The story behind the brand is the kind foodies love.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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And, ultimately, being a writer who borrows from life is something that should be gone about in a considered way, because life matters.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
22 Apr. 2026
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Nussmeier considered entering last year’s draft but returned to LSU and had a nightmare season that ended with a November abdominal injury.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Chicago composer has achieved viral success with her melancholy instrumental music, but her return to traditional singer-songwriter fare yields mixed results.—
Linnie Greene,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2026
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The specific kind of melancholy that only exists between Halloween and the first real snow.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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Weinstein's lawyers have argued that the messages show there was nothing but a caring relationship.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The service The place is small enough that the staff knows your name, but feels familial and caring, not overbearing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Thoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtful. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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