as in compassionate
having or showing concern for the well-being of others
There are many caring people in the community.
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as in watching
to have an interest or concern for
a teacher who cares what happens to her students long after they leave her classroom
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caring relationships
supportive relationships
meaningful relationships
healthy relationships
positive relationships
close relationships
a caring attitude
a compassionate attitude
a charitable attitude
a considerate attitude
a sensitive attitude
a thoughtful attitude
caring parents
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Recent Examples of caring
Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 12 June 2025
That’s what transforms support from a survival strategy into a genuine, caring choice.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
He's remembered as a caring father loved by everyone who knew him.
—Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Twice as many women anticipated judgment or condemnation rather than caring and compassionate responses from their faith communities.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
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Adjective
Hiccup, too, is a great example of a young man who graciously defies tradition, not because of physicality, but because of his empathetic and caring heart.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 12 June 2025
That’s what transforms support from a survival strategy into a genuine, caring choice.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
He's remembered as a caring father loved by everyone who knew him.
—Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Twice as many women anticipated judgment or condemnation rather than caring and compassionate responses from their faith communities.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caring
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Companies like Google and Salesforce offer extensive parental leave programs, recognizing that supporting employees during one of life’s most significant milestones is not only compassionate but smart business.—
Will Fan,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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That means unlearning the language that perpetuates harm and stereotypes, and being more compassionate and humane across the board.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Professor Skye, who provides rambling, philosophy-laden meditations on albums that might at first seem out of the wheelhouse of an aging French lecturer, if that benevolent teacher vibe is your thing.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
31 July 2025
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And its acknowledged leader, the United States, was a remarkably benevolent hegemon.—
STACIE E. GODDARD,
Foreign Affairs,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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With districts in desperate need of more funding, any additional administrative money from the state to schools could be helpful, said Suzanne Bellsnyder, a mother and community member who lives in Spearman, a community in the Panhandle.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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But new jobs are helpful regardless of the number, according to Beaver Dam business owners.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Following that and other bruising political fights, Council President Mitra Jalali — who was mostly seen as sympathetic to the mayor — resigned in March.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
25 July 2025
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As for Tretter, Ferguson was more sympathetic despite whispers that the former Cleveland Browns guard from Akron Central High might have manipulated Howell’s rise to the NFLPA throne in exchange for a leadership role himself.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Men are concerned about the way Tea could be open to misuse.—
Kate O'Flaherty,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Throughout the country, pediatricians say anxious parents are concerned about access to routine childhood immunizations, especially those with children on Medicaid, the government insurance program for low-income families and people with disabilities.—
Jackie Fortiér,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Firing off hundreds of identical applications and CVs is unlikely to land you that dream role, so every application needs a thoughtful approach.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Before this drastic step, there should have been research on what the realities are on car ownership rates throughout the city and surveys — an inventory — of available street parking in each community, followed by thoughtful planning, followed by thorough community feedback.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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In an interview with 60 Minutes, Judy was described as his biggest fan, and their close relationship shows in the loving maternal characters in Adam’s films.—
Emily Krauser,
People.com,
30 July 2025
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An article from Dog Mixology reported that dachshund and Bernedoodle mixes are known for being friendly, loving and loyal to families.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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“Caring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caring. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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