prudent

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Wise leadership, prudent judgment, strategic patience, the maintenance of alliances, domestic cohesion, promotion of economic dynamism—these are all choices that trump destiny in the pursuit of national greatness.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

There is nothing revolutionary about Stripling’s message: limit the flashy spending now in favor of prudent savings and investment, so you can grow your money through and beyond your career.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

“I think it’s prudent to see evidence of actual orders before starting to model out a China revenue opportunity,” William Blair’s Sebastian Naji said.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“An effective planner will analyze prudent risks, model different scenarios, and help clients determine a reasonable retirement age and spending level that gives them confidence to actually make the decision,” Noble said.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

The way he said it suggested that to cancel now would be a prudent thing to do.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood