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solicitous

[suh-lis-i-tuhs] / səˈlɪs ɪ təs /


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Keyishian’s gentle Theo is so solicitous that Sally’s abrasiveness begins to feel abusive, not to say theatrically off-putting.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

They emphasise that Palace staff thought the Trumps were warm and solicitous guests in 2019, both keen not to put a foot wrong.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

Whatever his imperious reputation, Ramsay is chummy and solicitous in conversation.

From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2024

A courtship progressed, the male solicitous and preening.

From Scientific American • Sep. 22, 2023

She and Grace are solicitous on the way home, linking their arms through mine, asking me how I feel.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood