be solicitous

Example Sentences

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Some observers predict the governor will be solicitous to the McCain family’s wishes.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 26, 2018

In questioning suspects, he could be solicitous or circumspect, and he understood the menace to be had in silence.

From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2018

While I do my best to be solicitous, his eyelids droop and he barely speaks.

From The Guardian • Apr. 10, 2016

He could also be solicitous, such as calling to check in with an informant after she underwent an operation.

From New York Times • May 11, 2011

This arrangement would apply only to the younger pupils; yet I am aware that parents and the public would be solicitous concerning the manner of employing the time that would remain.

From Thoughts on Educational Topics and Institutions by Boutwell, George S.