sane

Example Sentences

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"It keeps me sane, keeps my mind at ease," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

“Is she right? Is she wrong? Is she psycho? Is she sane? Is she brilliant? Is she all of those things? Or none of them? You can’t pin her down,” Jonas explains.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Is there a way to stay sane and committed in a role you would rather ditch while waiting for a new chance to come around?

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

In a sane country, that guy would be right.

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2026

“The detective said she’ll be tested today. At the lockdown hospital. A prolonged psychiatric evaluation. If they declare her sane, she goes to juvenile detention. According to the detective, she’ll likely cop a plea.”

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin