sensible
Example Sentences
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“The Madison” is Sheridan’s way of proving he understands that women can also, on occasion, be normal, grounded and sensible humans.
From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026
I suspect a majority of the justices will be sensible enough to overturn him here as well.
From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026
“So the timing of this transition looks sensible as Jansen moves closer to first production,” he says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
"I know that our families will be working really hard to make sure that there's a sensible phone usage at home," he says.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
“You look like a sensible lad. Answer me, yes or no: Have you children seen my ostrich?”
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.