astute

Example Sentences

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Hollub was regarded as a talented petroleum engineer but she was less astute as a financial manager.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

To Grisham’s credit, she will probably go down in history as the smartest, most politically astute press secretary of either Trump administration.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026

Speak to those who have worked with Iraola and they describe a man too astute to simply go after the 'biggest' opportunity that may come his way.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

You can, however, make astute and responsible investment decisions based on historical averages.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026

Jenner was astute at that sort of thing; he could foresee problems.

From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien