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practical

[prak-ti-kuhl] / ˈpræk tɪ kəl /




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There are always question marks hanging over “Doctor Who,” which intermittently swaps out its lead and secondary actors as a function of its narrative premise and practical strategizing, but never quite so many as now.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"Perhaps now because of the economic environment... people's choices are no longer practical ones," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

As a result, selling the property is not practical now.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

It is expected to include practical tips on how much screen time children should have, when they should get their first smart phone, and how technology is used in schools.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Of course May never owned a flowered hat in her life, and her garden was as practical as anyone else’s.

From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant




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