prosaic

Example Sentences

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The implication is these disasters are being deliberately engineered, but Loader believes the causes have more prosaic roots, and have their origins in economics.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

But a new report argues that the real engine of Indian generosity is far more prosaic - and vastly larger.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

Right now, however, the economy is reliant on something more prosaic: fishing and a recent surge in investment to build new airports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

She said her group is focused on immediate, prosaic needs in the face of a challenging charitable environment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

In the country’s largest cities, otherwise prosaic services have been transformed into status symbols simply because of the price tag.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times