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tender-hearted

[ten-der-hahr-tid] / ˈtɛn dərˈhɑr tɪd /


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No less outstanding were Caissie Levy as the tender-hearted Mother, who takes in Coalhouse’s girlfriend, Sarah, and their newborn child, and Brandon Uranowitz as the immigrant Tateh.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 26, 2025

In Burnett’s able hands, the album is chockful of exciting and, at times, tender-hearted turns.

From Salon Jan. 10, 2025

"He is a tender-hearted doctor. This is so regrettable. I pray for his safety and hope for justice for whoever is responsible," said a college student from the nearby city of Kobe.

From Reuters Dec. 18, 2021

"Jackson was tender-hearted with a contagious smile. He was the little guy on the team that everyone supported. You couldn’t help but love him."

From Fox News Nov. 24, 2021

Momma told him time after time, “Don’t pay her no mind, Elder Thomas, you know how tender-hearted she is.”

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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