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as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
Susan became particularly attentive when the sportscaster turned to women's tennis, her favorite sport
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as in thoughtful
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
an attentive neighbor who helps out whenever and wherever she spots a need
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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
if only for your own safety, you need to stay attentive when you are hunting
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Recent Examples of attentive
DeRosa has been an attentive listener to local music for decades.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
The service Service is attentive yet low-key; staff can help you with the hotel’s e-bikes for a ride, book a dining reservation, and suggest the best whale-watching tours.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
This means acknowledging the pleasures of looking back in time, while remaining attentive to the ways that schools too often worsen, rather than challenge, inequalities among students.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
All sleeper tickets include fresh linens and towels, complimentary meals, access to station lounges, priority boarding, and attentive service from an onboard attendant.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
The service Service is attentive yet low-key; staff can help you with the hotel’s e-bikes for a ride, book a dining reservation, and suggest the best whale-watching tours.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
This means acknowledging the pleasures of looking back in time, while remaining attentive to the ways that schools too often worsen, rather than challenge, inequalities among students.
—Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
All sleeper tickets include fresh linens and towels, complimentary meals, access to station lounges, priority boarding, and attentive service from an onboard attendant.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attentive
Adjective
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The more focused simulation predicted two additional phases of ice that are still undiscovered.—
Shalma Wegsman,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Apr. 2026
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At the time, federal investigators in Boston were heavily focused on violent crime, drug trafficking and organized crime cases.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Most importantly, playing prominent roles alongside a respected veteran and thoughtful mentor in Zibanejad really seemed to propel the young wingers, who finished the season by combining for 43 points (24 for Lafrenière and 19 for Perreault) in the final 23 games.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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August 23 – September 22 One thoughtful move today creates real momentum.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be sure to stay alert and have a safe place as well as a plan in case a severe storm passes through your area.—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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The airport’s surface detection system, known as ASDE-X, is designed to track aircraft and ground vehicles and alert controllers to potential runway conflicts.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Housed in a former dry ice warehouse, the 21-room Hotel Dryce is the perfect home base for those wanting to feel immersed in the city.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2026
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Surgeons who participate in research, teach, and attend specialty conferences are more immersed in ongoing performance review and improvement.—
Mathias P. Bostrom,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 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
Adjective
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In India, the government is meeting with banks and financial institutions to be extra vigilant.—
The AI Insider,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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If you are asked to pay for exposure on a site, stay vigilant.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
11 Mar. 2026
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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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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“Attentive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attentive. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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