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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
In general, experts agree that for middle-age men (starting at age 45) regular PSA testing is prudent.
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Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 3 July 2025
Adding another inside linebacker or two would be prudent, and Michigan has players on the board who could fill that need.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Further, the company has been prudent in allocating its resources towards innovation and marketing focused on its flagship product, unlike big conglomerates who despite having deep pockets are unable to focus on a particular niche.
—Ankita Dhawan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Given his army’s inexperience and ill-discipline, the enemy’s numerical superiority, the lack of vital supplies, and his long-standing desire of adding Texas to the federal union, his withdrawal strategy was the most prudent option.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 3 July 2025
Adding another inside linebacker or two would be prudent, and Michigan has players on the board who could fill that need.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 9 July 2025
Further, the company has been prudent in allocating its resources towards innovation and marketing focused on its flagship product, unlike big conglomerates who despite having deep pockets are unable to focus on a particular niche.
—Ankita Dhawan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Given his army’s inexperience and ill-discipline, the enemy’s numerical superiority, the lack of vital supplies, and his long-standing desire of adding Texas to the federal union, his withdrawal strategy was the most prudent option.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prudent
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Be cautious using public Wi-Fi Avoid logging into accounts on public Wi-Fi or always use a VPN.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 July 2025
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No, things aren’t all roses, but at least some cautious optimism is in order.—
Bruce Yandle,
Boston Herald,
18 July 2025
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The wise stargazer brings warm clothes, bug spray and snacks — and takes breaks from staring at the sky every 30 minutes or so.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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For investors, is the resolve to assume tariff threats are bluffs and the impact easily handled a wise stance based on lessons learned in the April overshoot sell-off?—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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Operation Bounce House follows Oliver Lewis, a colonist on the planet New Sonora, who leads a simple life on his family ranch, playing with his band and tending to his family's selection of intelligent agriculture bots.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Some incredibly intelligent breeds, such as Border collies, German shepherds and poodles, are known for regularly hitting 1,000-word milestones.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Success, while desirable, can breed complacency and even a sense of entitlement, thus diluting urgency.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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The most desirable 914/4s are early 2.0-liter models, which range from around $30,000 to $100,000.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
18 July 2025
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Consider the judicious swapping of a line from Percy Bysshe Shelley for a line from C. Louis Leipoldt.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
10 July 2025
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In a working building, often the best option is a judicious simulacrum.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
10 July 2025
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Office tactical team deputies arrested a man Thursday afternoon following a brief standoff at a house in the Kendale Lakes neighborhood.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
17 July 2025
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But the Trump administration sent officers from other agencies to Los Angeles, too, including the FBI and special tactical teams from the Department of Homeland Security not widely seen until now. Democrats in California’s Legislature have proposed measures to unmask the federal agents.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
17 July 2025
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Tynan seats us at the best table at Carson’s party, where, between sips of champagne, the author points a discreet, thin finger at a parade of the sparkling departed: Jack Lemmon, Orson Welles, Tony Curtis, Gregory Peck, Billy Wilder, James Stewart.—
Stephen Colbert,
New Yorker,
18 July 2025
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At The Park is an elegant boutique hotel where chic flair meets industrial minimalism—think glazed brick corridors and curated Dutch art, including works by Raphaël Hermans and even a discreet Picasso in its Fitz’s Bar.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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The situation on the ground in these immediate post-event moments can create a fog-of-war atmosphere, and no complete assessment of the federal government’s reaction will be possible until later.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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That means getting as many users as possible to pile in is crucial.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
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“Prudent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudent. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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