ill-advised

Example Sentences

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The Kane family of Philadelphia was among many who lost large sums due to ill-advised investments.

From Literature

During the second half when a Sierra Canyon player took an ill-advised shot, Chevalier shouted out, “What are you doing?”

From Los Angeles Times

But others criticized Jackson, calling his action ill-timed and ill-advised.

From Los Angeles Times

Morton said that while upgrading a stock right before earnings is usually “ill-advised” — as such a move would signal a short-term call on a stock — this time he’s made an exception.

From MarketWatch

Vietnamese nun Thich Tam Tri -- whose temple north of Tokyo offers shelter to her compatriots in trouble -- said some interns make poor choices, falling into debt through gambling or ill-advised ventures into Bitcoin.

From Barron's