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as in cautious
having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech
her calm response was very prudent under the circumstances
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as in wise
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it wouldn't be prudent to ask for a raise while the company is having financial troubles
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as in insightful
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
her many years of experience as a social worker have made her a prudent judge of character
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Recent Examples of prudent
Previous councils have done a prudent job with the city’s finances.
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Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
The state stressed the shutdowns are prudent steps.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Principal Chief Michell Hicks of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, one of eight tribes with a presence in the state, said the presidential memorandum directing the secretary of the Interior Department to conduct due diligence in submitting a plan is prudent.
—Alan Wooten | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 26 Jan. 2025
To be prudent, the organization is making small changes like limiting travel, and only stocking up on supplies for short term needs.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025
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Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025
The state stressed the shutdowns are prudent steps.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Principal Chief Michell Hicks of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, one of eight tribes with a presence in the state, said the presidential memorandum directing the secretary of the Interior Department to conduct due diligence in submitting a plan is prudent.
—Alan Wooten | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 26 Jan. 2025
To be prudent, the organization is making small changes like limiting travel, and only stocking up on supplies for short term needs.
—Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prudent
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But just as smartphones and the internet are powerful tools to broaden their horizons, parents and caregivers are right to be cautious about exactly what their teens are posting on the day-to-day.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
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The market remains cautious about suggesting any change could come soon.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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The decision to put Kreider in over Kyle Connor, who has 30 goals this year, did not end up looking like a wise one.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Plunkett is not the first critic to trouble the popular conception of Frost as a wise woodsman dispensing comfort and inspiration.—
Maggie Doherty,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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The application can generate unit test cases, propose intelligent code fixes and answer some coding queries, including refactoring.—
Bankim Chandra,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Any edge comes from their regular scene partners: Wilson’s believably unpleasant demeanor, Bratt’s vulnerable charm, Scott’s lo-fi depression and, most appealingly, Driver’s intelligent wariness.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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The idea that tax regimes in certain markets make teams more or less desirable to players was raised more than once.—
James Mirtle,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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He isn’t expected to be at training camp with Los Angeles but rather a different team when a desirable trade package is presented.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
25 Feb. 2025
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So Bell's instincts were judicious, even if that meant that Sunday's 2025 Screen Actors Guild Awards (which Bell is both hosting and among the nominees) was canceled.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
18 Feb. 2025
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Adding an onion, a few cloves of garlic, a spoonful of peppercorns, and a bay leaf won’t hurt, but be judicious with seasonings.—
Alexis deBoschnek,
Bon Appétit,
5 Feb. 2025
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My family lay square in the crosshairs of tactical regions at play in Benito Mussolini’s alliance with Adolf Hitler, who sent German soldiers to occupy much of Italy in the opening months of the war.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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Blitzer, the chairman of Blackstone’s tactical opportunities group, is the only person Sportico is aware of who has investments in all five major U.S. sports leagues.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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This is sure to aggravate some people who prefer the button, which can be a more discreet way to unlock your phone rather than holding it up to your face.—
Eric Zeman,
PCMAG,
19 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, the property only has 101 rooms, creating a boutique even discreet ambiance.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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In some cases, patients benefit from receiving thrombolytic (clot-dissolving) medication, but that decision depends a careful assessment of several clinical factors and a discussion between the physician and patient regarding possible benefits and risks.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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From the Torino airport, there’s a flat rate of €40 (plus possible surcharges for luggage and tolls), but usually fares are calculated based on time and distance traveled.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Prudent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudent. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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