thoughtfully

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Recent Examples of thoughtfully Each room is thoughtfully designed for travelers looking to unwind—luxurious beds, tasteful lighting, boho-minimal decor, and plentiful smart storage. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026 Vintage frames and art can add charm and set the tone for a room when styled thoughtfully. Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 20 Aug. 2026 That’s where thoughtfully designed digital ecosystems come into play. Mita Malhotra, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 In interviews with the Observer, key players tell the story behind how a quiet city task force has boldly and thoughtfully tackled an urgent threat to Charlotte and its future. Peter St Onge, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026 While this may suggest that Americans who are planning are doing so more thoughtfully, naming the wrong trustee can destroy your plans, legacy and your family, lawyers said. Medora Lee, USA Today, 16 Aug. 2026 As with all the award-winning brand’s products, this trio is thoughtfully designed for curls, coils and tight textures. Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 Likewise, Robert Pattinson also thoughtfully approached his portrayal of vampire Edward Cullen, and the two costars were aligned on their vision for the adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s young adult romance novels. Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026 The fun pleated hem gives it a little extra interest, so even a simple outfit looks thoughtfully put together. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtfully
Adverb
  • Catherine notices this and kindly keeps talking with her to help keep her comfortable.
    Erin Qualey, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Before she became known as kindly schoolteacher Eva Beadle-Simms on Little House on the Prairie, Charlotte Stewart was a flower child with a seriously iconic drinking buddy.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • Offensive notes Tommy DeVito settled in nicely after sailing some early throws.
    Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Anna’s sheer lace dress with a huge keyhole in the front and an open back is fine but also like a million other dresses; the same goes for Jude’s nicely constructed, but very familiar, black velvet dress with a corset.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • The infotainment system is reasonably easy to get along with, too.
    Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • In a pinch on the road or during some other emergency, anything reasonably compatible is better than allowing the engine to overheat.
    John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • Move considerately, and let your actions speak for you today.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The viral post comes as survey data suggests many travelers are generally open to seat-switch requests when they are made considerately.
    Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026

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“Thoughtfully.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtfully. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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