as in enthusiastic
characterized by unqualified enthusiasm
wholehearted praise for the novel by the leading critics
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Recent Examples of wholehearted
There’s so much attentiveness and wholehearted care that goes into not just showing off, but embodying the resort itself.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The New Yorker article ends with the Harlem Park Three receiving a letter of apology from Bishop and accepting his words with wholehearted gratitude and respect.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Across advertising and popular media, seemingly everyone is grabbing their fringe, denim and Stetson boots, in a wholehearted embrace of the American West.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
My prayer in that tight spot required me to turn away from panic to wholehearted trust that God was in control right then and there.
—Cheryl Ranson, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Aug. 2025
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
The New Yorker article ends with the Harlem Park Three receiving a letter of apology from Bishop and accepting his words with wholehearted gratitude and respect.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Across advertising and popular media, seemingly everyone is grabbing their fringe, denim and Stetson boots, in a wholehearted embrace of the American West.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Oct. 2025
My prayer in that tight spot required me to turn away from panic to wholehearted trust that God was in control right then and there.
—Cheryl Ranson, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wholehearted
Adjective
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Verdier says the increasing regulation in the car industry and the push to move away from fossil fuels are part of the reason why Ferrari is so enthusiastic about this project.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Skaters ages 6-11 showed off their nose grinds, kickflips and wall rides to an enthusiastic early crowd.—
Tony Le Calvez,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Passionate flamenco, a fervent soccer culture, and a 24,000-seat bullring are woven into Madrid’s rich cultural tapestry.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
5 May 2026
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The race to build data centers and deploy more complex AI systems that can complete tasks with limited oversight, known as agentic AI, has ignited fervent demand for central processing units, or CPUs.—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
4 May 2026
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The situation involving Stamps is noteworthy in part because her mother, Marion Nzinga Stamps, was a passionate community activist at the Cabrini-Green public housing complex who was known to confront officials to press her case.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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The somms here are passionate and eager to help find the right wine for you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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Kennedy, who has no background in science, medicine, or public health, is well known as an ardent anti-vaccine activist and peddler of conspiracy theories.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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This is a lovely film that will appeal to Bernstein’s most ardent fans, while warmly inviting neophytes into his world.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
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But the slow realization that Snake Rob was a genuine threat who would ultimately run the game was especially satisfying and a reminder of how well The Traitors works as an all-star showcase and narrative machine, even in its fourth season.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
4 May 2026
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On an island with no shortage of luxury hotels, this one sets itself apart with its easygoing approach and genuine Italian hospitality.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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“Wholehearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wholehearted. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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