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as in following
to take notice of and be guided by
if we had heeded the ranger's advice, we might not have gotten lost
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as in listening
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing
that boy never heeds when I caution him about running with his shoelaces untied
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Recent Examples of heeding
Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
What started as a drive to find working-class candidates outside the party’s usual bench is now a potential problem for Democrats everywhere, not least because Platner has no intention of heeding pressure to step aside.
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David Weigel,
semafor.com,
8 June 2026
The success of such businesses, including those listed below, is a testament to Chicagoans heeding the cry to action.
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Jessi Roti,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
That put her on the path that eventually led to becoming chief programming officer of the Toronto Harbourfront Centre, a role Nemani held for eight years before heeding to the call to move westward.
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Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Gray and his superb cast are in blazing form and full command here in a bruising movie that reveals the heavy price of pursuing the American Dream too recklessly, instead of heeding Aeschylus’ words.
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David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Coffey said the system operators can tell through the volume going through the system that Oakland County residents are heeding the voluntary restrictions.
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Nicholas Lentz,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Being stubborn, stupid or not heeding wise counsel can have negative consequences.
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Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
Residents say warnings issued at midnight via fake phone numbers provide no real safety, with displaced families struck by Israeli missiles even in shelters despite heeding the evacuation orders.
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Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
Despite their travails in Tehran, the atmosphere in the cafe felt lax, with many women not heeding the country’s law requiring women to cover their heads and the shape of their bodies.
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Mithil Aggarwal,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
What started as a drive to find working-class candidates outside the party’s usual bench is now a potential problem for Democrats everywhere, not least because Platner has no intention of heeding pressure to step aside.
—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
8 June 2026
The success of such businesses, including those listed below, is a testament to Chicagoans heeding the cry to action.
—
Jessi Roti,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
That put her on the path that eventually led to becoming chief programming officer of the Toronto Harbourfront Centre, a role Nemani held for eight years before heeding to the call to move westward.
—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Gray and his superb cast are in blazing form and full command here in a bruising movie that reveals the heavy price of pursuing the American Dream too recklessly, instead of heeding Aeschylus’ words.
—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Coffey said the system operators can tell through the volume going through the system that Oakland County residents are heeding the voluntary restrictions.
—
Nicholas Lentz,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Being stubborn, stupid or not heeding wise counsel can have negative consequences.
—
Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
Residents say warnings issued at midnight via fake phone numbers provide no real safety, with displaced families struck by Israeli missiles even in shelters despite heeding the evacuation orders.
—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heeding
Adjective
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Mars and Uranus’ alignment inspires you to follow your passions, but be mindful of the risks involved!
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The Illinois Department of Transportation warned drivers to be mindful of pavement failures, saying surfaces could buckle in the extreme heat.
Verb
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The data points to the following leading causes of death in the 1900s.
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Matt Miller, the ESPN NFL Draft analyst who shared last month on social media that his left arm was amputated following an automobile accident in southern Missouri, reportedly is being investigated by the state attorney general.
Verb
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Instant Switching Users can instantly switch between settings across a range of listening setups.
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Despite listening to playlists and podcasts, the landscape gradually becomes the main attraction.
Adjective
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But be wary of high heat forecast for Washington this weekend, as event schedules are subject to change amid sweltering temperatures.
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Iran may also be wary of attacks by the exiled Mujahadin-e Khalq (MeK), which Iran accuses of carrying out attacks inside Iran over several decades.
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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller also spoke on Monday and reiterated the central bank's commitment to its 2% inflation target, while noting the pros and cons of forward guidance.
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Worth noting Third baseman Matt Chapman (abdominal strain) will rejoin the Giants today and be re-evaluated.
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Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
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Consumers are advised to be vigilant and avoid using debit cards for online purchases due to less fraud protection.
Verb
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There is a consequence to not obeying the science of immunization.
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For years, Alabama had balked at obeying a series of orders, including from the Supreme Court itself, to insure that its Black voters have a voice in how they are governed.
Adjective
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Wildlife enthusiasts find a different rhythm through AmaWaterways’ Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises, one that trades itinerary sprinting for long, watchful hours on the water.
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Cruz is alluring and watchful, while Norton turns out to be the film’s secret weapon.
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“Heeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heeding. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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