1
as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a kindly woman who is very considerate of other people's feelings
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as in careful
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
you need to develop a more considerate temperament and learn to think before you speak
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Recent Examples of considerate
Two people being very considerate, and a soft place for each other to land.
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Sonia Granados, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
But in reality, these extras were not getting paid, nor benefiting from product endorsement deals, which means the would-be cinematographers should be considerate of them — not the other way around.
—Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2024
And finally, reward that hard work by being considerate of their time away from the job.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2024
Thanks to all who have shared their perspectives, especially those who have been considerate of others' values and beliefs.
—Eric Larsen, The Indianapolis Star, 14 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerate
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While holding rates steady, the Fed remains attentive to market dynamics and potential changes in fiscal policy that may arise from the current political landscape.—
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Like Slater King with his island home in Blink Twice, the pop star staffs his ranch with locals who offer personal and incredible attentive concierge services.—
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Effective brainstorming sessions require careful planning and prep.—
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Under Jones’ careful direction, the Bulldogs do not beat themselves.—
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That didn’t stop Durant from considering each question before providing a thoughtful answer.—
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Finally, Montgomery appear as Hillary, a thoughtful woman who longs for justice, according to Deadline.—
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However, few Republicans view the economy as excellent or good, marking a cautious optimism amidst ongoing economic concerns.—
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Forest have been more cautious with loans in the 2024-25 season.—
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One person, however, who definitely didn’t have kind things to say online after the incident was President Donald Trump, who also attended the game Sunday.—
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After Sister Mary Thomas spoke, each sister admitted to personal failures, apologized for slights, and thanked others for kind gestures—demonstrating the humility required for communal living.—
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Ever since the end of World War II, a long parade of American presidents saw first the Soviet Union and then, after a brief and illusory interregnum, its successor Russia as a force to be wary of, at the very least.—
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The Better Business Bureau advises consumers to be wary of unsolicited calls from people claiming to be with the College Board.—
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His research interests primarily focus on meeting science, as well as occupational stress faced by dirty work and caring professions.—
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Joining a group with the same interests or volunteering or working together, often provides caring friends.—
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Older people might be too weak to have much of a cough or fever, or just have a new and unexplained confusion or become less alert.—
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Drivers should expect extended delays and not travel through the area, Colorado Department of Transportation officials said in a travel alert Eastbound I-70 is closed between exit 203 for east Frisco and exit 205 for Silverthorne for safety concerns as of 9 p.m., according to CDOT.—
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“Considerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerate. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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