thought-provoking

adjective

: causing people to think seriously about something
a thought-provoking article

Examples of thought-provoking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web 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 Through historical flashbacks and research trips that jet Wilkerson to Germany and India, along with enlightening talks with loved ones, Wilkerson pieces together a convincing argument that opens the window to looking at race and oppression of others into a thought-provoking new way. Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 17 Jan. 2024 The thought-provoking content is likely to inspire discussions about Wilkerson’s ideas and the movie’s themes of courage, integrity, self-control and perseverance. Common Sense Media, Washington Post, 19 Jan. 2024

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“Thought-provoking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thought-provoking. Accessed 19 May. 2024.

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