prudent

Example Sentences

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A prudent pullback toward the low-to- mid $50s makes sense in the near term.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

"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

Barkin stated holding interest rates steady in March was prudent due to elevated uncertainty and a foggy outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

"It is entirely right and prudent for Turkey to also consider the consequences that the current crisis could have on possible refugee movements from Iran to Turkey," Wadephul said.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

The standard was “simple negligence,” as the law puts it: “a failure to exercise a degree of care that a reasonable and prudent individual would exercise under the same or similar circumstances.”

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel