attuned
Americanadjective
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aware of and in harmony with some principle, ideal, or state of affairs.
We want to ensure that our services are welcoming, inclusive, and culturally attuned.
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sensitive to someone’s needs, desires, values, etc..
This registry guarantees that students across all six of the state’s MBA programs can find coaches perfectly attuned to their individual needs.
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Rather, it is about becoming attuned to their characteristics and developing a gut feeling.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
In 2010, scholars were becoming attuned to something known as the “invisible primary.”
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
That creates an extra layer of financial stability risk, which the BOT is keenly attuned to given the nation’s high levels of debt.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
But that’s not necessarily the best value—it’s in companies trading on local exchanges and more attuned to the country’s growth drivers, along with some multinational technology companies.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
Every part of me is attuned to the work.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
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