prosaic
Example Sentences
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Right now, however, the economy is reliant on something more prosaic: fishing and a recent surge in investment to build new airports.
Frank's prosaic tactics have irritated Tottenham fans and some are already calling for his dismissal.
From Barron's
If we must have a fourth and fifth “Avatar,” Cameron should ditch these increasingly prosaic battlefield thrills for something really bold: Follow the kids to alien college for a mumblecore movie.
From Los Angeles Times
She said her group is focused on immediate, prosaic needs in the face of a challenging charitable environment.
From Los Angeles Times
Interlaced with the prosaic reflections are a series of fables involving inhabitants from the present and past.
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