thought-provoking
adjective
: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article
Examples of thought-provoking in a Sentence
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Since 1949, this beloved annual event has been mentoring young artists and bringing the community together for emotional and thought-provoking concerts.
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Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Nevertheless, there were lots of thought-provoking nuggets in their information.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 18 May 2024
The series will consist of intimate gatherings thrown at the new Sandbox offices and will center around discussions of challenging and thought-provoking scientific questions.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 9 May 2024
This show established a new mold for daytime talk programs with its audience participation and exploration of thought-provoking topics and controversial issues, featuring high-profile figures in media.
—Joey Garrison, The Enquirer, 3 May 2024
This funny and thought-provoking comic book introduces a feministic perspective to the roles women are traditionally assigned both at home and at work.
—Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Introverted leaders also ask thought-provoking questions to continue that deep dive processing, actively listening to the responses.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
The Baltimore artist has an eye for joyful and thought-provoking artwork.
—John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2024
Frankel’s funny, heart-wrenching and thought-provoking account of how one woman’s choices can enrich the lives of others will remind you that every family circle is potentially infinite.
—Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2024
Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Nevertheless, there were lots of thought-provoking nuggets in their information.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 18 May 2024
The series will consist of intimate gatherings thrown at the new Sandbox offices and will center around discussions of challenging and thought-provoking scientific questions.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 9 May 2024
This show established a new mold for daytime talk programs with its audience participation and exploration of thought-provoking topics and controversial issues, featuring high-profile figures in media.
—Joey Garrison, The Enquirer, 3 May 2024
This funny and thought-provoking comic book introduces a feministic perspective to the roles women are traditionally assigned both at home and at work.
—Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Introverted leaders also ask thought-provoking questions to continue that deep dive processing, actively listening to the responses.
—Kara Dennison, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
The Baltimore artist has an eye for joyful and thought-provoking artwork.
—John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2024
Frankel’s funny, heart-wrenching and thought-provoking account of how one woman’s choices can enrich the lives of others will remind you that every family circle is potentially infinite.
—Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2024
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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 31 May. 2024.
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