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prudent

[prood-nt] / ˈprud nt /


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These suggest that its stance toward overseas M&A is more prudent, Shang adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The department issued a proposed rule that would “clear regulatory burdens” and “lower litigation risks for prudent fiduciaries,” it said in a statement on Monday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Reformers say the shift is both legally necessary and socially prudent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

As long as companies continue to post solid gains in revenue and earnings, even in the face of many macro worries, then the prudent call is to stay in the market.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“Generally,” he finally said, “it is neither wise nor prudent to mouth off to a junior high school teacher. Especially to one who has been a sergeant in the United States Army.”

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt




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