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practicality

[prak-ti-kal-i-tee] / ˌpræk tɪˈkæl ɪ ti /
NOUN
concern with actual use
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Double sauce is not necessary, but I like a little indulgence underscoring the practicality of a packable meal.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2026

A Conservative Senedd member questioned the practicality of requiring the training, while a Senedd source told BBC Wales the idea was "hare-brained".

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

However, liquid systems often require toxic solvents and may evaporate over time, limiting their practicality.

From Science Daily Jun. 26, 2026

Indiana’s lack of glamour is a point of pride, rooted in Midwestern practicality and endless flat fields of corn.

From Los Angeles Times May 22, 2026

He was harshing my vibe with his practicality.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon

"It's that good idea, it's that good initiative, but the practicalities, the logistics and the perception isn't quite thought through."

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

Wilde in particular lights up during this section, Angela’s mind racing at possibilities she never considered for herself while fumbling over the practicalities of protocols and just how this would work.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 25, 2026

Bell said the decision to create an alternative entrance was driven more by practicalities than theatricalities.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 14, 2026

British officials are currently looking into the practicalities of deploying to escort cargoes through the Strait, but officials familiar with the matter say no final decision has been made.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 5, 2026

It was a bit stiff, but we made peace, and even got into some of the practicalities of changing carers.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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