practical

Definition for practical

adjective as in realistic, useful

Strongest matches

businesslike, constructive, down-to-earth, efficient, factual, feasible, functional, possible, practicable, pragmatic, rational, reasonable, sane, sensible, sober, workable

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applied, both feet on the ground, commonsensical, doable, empirical, experimental, handy, hard-boiled, implicit, in action, in operation, matter-of-fact, nuts and bolts, operative, orderly, serviceable, solid, sound, systematic, unidealistic, unromantic, usable, utile, utilitarian, virtual, workaday, working

adjective as in experienced, proficient

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effective, efficient, sophisticated

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accomplished, cosmopolitan, qualified, seasoned, skilled, trained, versed, vet, veteran, working, worldly, worldly-wise

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Beijing said Mr Powell had "expressed Britain's willingness to enhance dialogue and communication with China to build a stable, practical and long-term partnership".

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Utilizing these discounts won’t be a practical choice for many patients.

From Los Angeles Times

There is, of course, still sharp political argument here but the emotional and practical backdrop is one of grief, fear and an ongoing police investigation.

From BBC

Researchers will use the data collected to decide how the idea of cutting down on individual car ownership and usage could be improved to make it more practical.

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There are so many practical, safer choices that can result in a happy, fulfilling career.

From Los Angeles Times

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