heartwarming
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of heartwarming
First recorded in 1895–1900; heart + warming ( def. )
Example Sentences
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They can be funny, sad, heartwarming, reflective, thought-provoking or surprising.
From Los Angeles Times
Mr. Coyle has other stories of fun, impromptu group collaborations that lead to heartwarming results.
Common themes started becoming apparent - religion, military or poor children doing heartwarming things.
From BBC
“It’s a heartwarming example of what a community can do when people pull together to help each other. I’m Maria Martinez, Miami News Channel Five.”
From Literature
Photos released by the local sheriff’s department in the wake of the couple’s deaths also revealed insight into their heartwarming romance, capturing sweet love notes that Hackman had left for his wife in their home.
From MarketWatch
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