pragmatic

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These rules reflect pragmatic judgments about access, reliability, and the realities of modern voting systems.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf is known as a hard-liner with a pragmatic streak.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

“The American people need their leaders to be honest and pragmatic about the threat of the climate crisis. We will not let the federal government abandon its responsibility to the people.”

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

Fink says countries need to be pragmatic about their energy mix by using all sources available to them, but providing cheap energy is key to driving growth and raising living standards.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

A part of me wants to remove her as a friend, but the pragmatic side reminds me that then I’d never get to see what else she puts up.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali