sagacity

Example Sentences

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The Fed undermines this premise four times a year by giving the public ample grounds to question officials’ sagacity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

In his memoirs, Walling wrote: “These liaisons completely changed his mode of life. His proverbial sagacity and prudence deserted him.”

From Slate • Dec. 28, 2023

It did, however label me as “a highly respected and accomplished journalist who has made significant contributions to the field of journalism,” which suggests it isn’t entirely lacking in sagacity and sound judgment.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2023

These personal notes, with whiffs of sentiment and dollops of sagacity, constitute the bulk of Diop’s novel, giving it a confessional bent that leans on Senegalese cultural practices and history from the 18th century.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 26, 2023

“You look conscious. Young ladies have great penetration in such matters as these; but I think I may defy even your sagacity, to discover the name of your admirer. This letter is from Mr. Collins.”

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen