as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy
a restaurant that thoughtfully provides the diners with a basket of bread while they await their meals
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Recent Examples of thoughtfully
Done thoughtfully and with community engagement, a project of this scale will serve as a meaningful economic catalyst for Dallas and its residents.
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S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 1 June 2026
The Lulu Home Insect House may look unassuming, but it’s thoughtfully designed to attract insects and help naturally support your garden—minus the need for any kind of fertilizers, plant food, or pesticides.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
If done thoughtfully, data centers can be part of a balanced approach that supports economic growth while advancing sustainability and protecting land for housing and other community priorities.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Guests are encouraged to show up on time, as the event starts promptly, and to consider their seats thoughtfully, as this is more of a listening experience than a raunchy night on the town.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Antiques are tucked into corners and the art feels thoughtfully curated—much like walking into your most creative friend’s home.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The best leaders help teams evaluate new tools and ideas thoughtfully rather than adopting them blindly.
—Ann Blakely, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
That’s enough money to make even luxury truck buyers pause and stare thoughtfully into the middle distance.
—New Atlas, 27 May 2026
All the same rules from the butterfly cut apply — place layers thoughtfully and keep your individual proportions in mind.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 26 May 2026
S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 1 June 2026
The Lulu Home Insect House may look unassuming, but it’s thoughtfully designed to attract insects and help naturally support your garden—minus the need for any kind of fertilizers, plant food, or pesticides.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
If done thoughtfully, data centers can be part of a balanced approach that supports economic growth while advancing sustainability and protecting land for housing and other community priorities.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Guests are encouraged to show up on time, as the event starts promptly, and to consider their seats thoughtfully, as this is more of a listening experience than a raunchy night on the town.
—Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Antiques are tucked into corners and the art feels thoughtfully curated—much like walking into your most creative friend’s home.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
The best leaders help teams evaluate new tools and ideas thoughtfully rather than adopting them blindly.
—Ann Blakely, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
That’s enough money to make even luxury truck buyers pause and stare thoughtfully into the middle distance.
—New Atlas, 27 May 2026
All the same rules from the butterfly cut apply — place layers thoughtfully and keep your individual proportions in mind.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtfully
Adverb
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The baseball gods smile kindly upon Suplizio Field every Memorial Day Weekend.—
James Burky,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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Express yourself through a small performance in a familiar place, because being seen kindly strengthens confidence and renews your playful focus today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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The alternately suspenseful and silly scene nicely sets up the tone for this new season, which is infused with references to classic Westerns as much as screwball comedies.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
1 June 2026
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Each medicine is individually packaged, and the whole kit is small enough to fit nicely in your purse or backpack.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
Adverb
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O’Farrell speculates, reasonably, that Hamnet may have been a victim of bubonic plague, and her book centers on the family’s grief in the aftermath of his death.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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Two people can absolutely grow, negotiate and evolve together, so long as their core goals remain reasonably compatible.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Adverb
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Move considerately, and let your actions speak for you today.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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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 2 Jun. 2026.
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