thoughtful
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It’s a thoughtful conversation that could not exist on another late night program — or with any other TV personality, for that matter.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
With thoughtful planning, Roth conversions can still work beautifully.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
“He really was very good at being thoughtful and careful and not particularly conspicuous,” said Laurence Tribe, who taught Roberts constitutional law at Harvard.
From Slate • May 7, 2026
Punishment is when a parent acts out of a fear response whereas discipline is more thoughtful.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
“And...if you die before me,” said Peach in a thoughtful voice, “can I have your bottle cap collection that Uncle Edisto willed to you?”
From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles
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