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prudently

[prood-nt-lee] / ˈprud nt li /






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It’s common for personal debt to carry a far higher interest rate than what you’d earn through interest, dividends and investment gains in a prudently managed, diversified portfolio.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

The 1974 Employee Retirement Income Security Act requires employers that sponsor retirement plans to manage investments prudently and solely in their beneficiaries’ interest.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 5, 2026

Under the 2019 law, a utility is automatically deemed to have acted prudently if its equipment starts a wildfire.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 16, 2026

Edison has told its investors that it believes it acted prudently before the Eaton fire and will have the damage costs fully covered.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 16, 2026

“I don’t fly without a map,” Maddie corrected prudently, playing her cards close to her chest.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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