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characterized by abundant communication and expression
The child was shy and not very communicative. The workplace had a friendly and communicative atmosphere.
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Recent Examples of communicative
To mitigate these risks, private partners should enter with eyes wide open and invest in building strong, communicative relationships with public sector counterparts.
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Seth Gellis, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
For tenants who are communicative and experiencing short-term financial hardships such as those two CPS workers, the rental assistance program is effective, Lee said.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
Those transported to the hospital were conscious and communicative at the time of transport, according to Diablo Valley College.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 24 May 2025
Jen is super communicative, popular, and wise, linking her spiritual vibe with the Air sign.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 14 May 2025
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Seth Gellis, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
For tenants who are communicative and experiencing short-term financial hardships such as those two CPS workers, the rental assistance program is effective, Lee said.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
Those transported to the hospital were conscious and communicative at the time of transport, according to Diablo Valley College.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 24 May 2025
Jen is super communicative, popular, and wise, linking her spiritual vibe with the Air sign.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communicative
Adjective
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Joining in the festivities is outgoing French student Chloé (Cécile Matignon, hugely appealing), ostensibly in a relationship but flirting brazenly with Nicolau, who even after a few beers is too mournful to pick up the signals.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
10 July 2025
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All three candidates launched campaigns in April to fill the vacancy of outgoing Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI).—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Trump caused quite the stir ahead of his state visit, notably going head-to-head with London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who was vocal in his disapproval of Trump’s impending arrival.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Since welcoming their children, both the rapper and the beauty mogul have been vocal about the positive impact parenthood has had on their lives.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Cunningham has a bubbly, infectious and talkative personality that pairs perfectly with her chic style.—
Kaycee Sloan,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Emily soon bonds with the talkative rebel, and their connection eventually blossoms into a full-on romance.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
8 June 2025
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Elway was articulate and responsive in a recording of the initial 911 call and was not slurring his words, the sheriff told 9News.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
12 July 2025
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The Bridge on the River Kwai has a thorny message about loyalty and duty that’s wrapped in a rugged, articulate adventure film.—
Will Leitch,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
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President Donald Trump has announced a new, expansive round of tariffs that could hike prices for a range of goods in Wisconsin.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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The pool decks fore and aft are expansive, dotted with lounges and exceptional sea views.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
13 July 2025
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“Communicative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communicative. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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