attentive

Example Sentences

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It has not been a major issue, but when I consider the effects of inflation on our retirement savings, I have become more attentive to such matters.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"As for us, his parents, we are waiting. Our contacts at the crisis centre are very attentive and inspire confidence. We are tired but optimistic," he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

When using a vehicle with level 2 automation, the driver must remain in control and attentive while the system assists with braking, acceleration or steering.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

I don’t remember the impact of their split, but later, my mother told me my first-grade teacher said I had started daydreaming after being very attentive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

But maybe it was just the way the dad was being so attentive to his kid that Will noticed.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin