prudent

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"Given the epidemiological study that inspired our work, and now our cellular findings, we believe it would be prudent for people to monitor their consumption of non-nutrient-sweeteners such as this one," he said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

Doing this provides employees and employers with unbiased rollover guidance, clear conflict checks and prudent process documentation for the sponsor, all without creating new regulation or complex rules.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Avoiding chip stocks is prudent right now, but it can be tricky.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

"I don't know how long the conflict is going to go on so I'm trying to be prudent," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Harry, who had no grudge against Krum, shook hands; then, feeling that it would be prudent to remove Krum from Ron’s vicinity, offered to show him his seat.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling