prudent

Example Sentences

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So general manager Ken Holland did the prudent thing and largely stood pat, trading a couple of veterans for draft picks and making only a pair of minor acquisitions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

With less pressure to meet quarterly targets, companies could focus more on the investment, innovation and prudent risk-taking that help drive long-term growth.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The committee’s authority is limited to very uncommon circumstances in which there are no “reasonable and prudent alternatives” that would avoid jeopardizing a listed species or impair a species’ critical habitat.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

It has created safe harbors—guidance for the prudent process that is required for the exercise of fiduciary duty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Jon had never liked surrounding himself with guards, but today it seemed prudent to keep a few good men beside him.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin