as in comforting
making one feel good inside
Sarah was deeply touched by the heartwarming welcome she received from her relatives in Israel
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Recent Examples of heartwarming
Very heartwarming to read of some medical providers who are truly providing compassionate care.
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2025
Newsweek readers have also been sending their funny and heartwarming videos, pictures and stories about their pets for our Newsweek Pet of the Week award.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Trump makes 13-year old with brain cancer an honorary Secret Service agent
In a heartwarming moment, Trump introduced 13-year-old DJ Daniel, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2018 and given only five months to live.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 5 Mar. 2025
And in a heartwarming turn of events, Wayans is extremely supportive of his child.
—Abby Monteil, Them, 3 Mar. 2025
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Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2025
Newsweek readers have also been sending their funny and heartwarming videos, pictures and stories about their pets for our Newsweek Pet of the Week award.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
Trump makes 13-year old with brain cancer an honorary Secret Service agent
In a heartwarming moment, Trump introduced 13-year-old DJ Daniel, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2018 and given only five months to live.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 5 Mar. 2025
And in a heartwarming turn of events, Wayans is extremely supportive of his child.
—Abby Monteil, Them, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for heartwarming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartwarming
Adjective
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But what was encouraging about the Sabres’ win is that a few young players who could be important next season stepped up.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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For human surfers and swimmers, the results were somewhat encouraging.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Working with young drivers like Sally is incredibly rewarding.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Finally, fun has to be inherently rewarding—you’re not doing it for your résumé.—
The New Yorker,
The New Yorker,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Holistic solutions for a healthier and more fulfilling life are at the core of BetterMe.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, small behavioral changes can help keep a person with Alzheimer’s engaged in the day-to-day, ultimately setting them up for a healthier, more fulfilling life.—
Alisa Hrustic,
SELF,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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It’s kept me warm in the cold winter months but has transitioned easily into spring.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Also in series-regular roles, Way will portray Brina, Reggie’s loving and supportive fiancée who sees the documentary as an opportunity to advance her stardom; Hall will portray Carmelo, Reggie and Monica’s son, a high schooler who has grown up in the shadow of Reggie’s football career.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2025
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Tipperary is a loving and loveable dog, cuddly and affectionate.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The awareness that the show is going to bring is gratifying.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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Alfonso Cuarón is known for amazing long takes in his films, like in Children of Men and Gravity, so that was very gratifying.—
Patrick Brzeski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Heartwarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartwarming. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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