sensible
Example Sentences
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I also didn’t know what a Dryrobe was until I saw every sensible swimmer come out of the North Sea and throw one on to stay warm.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
“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
Alliance Party MLA Kate Nicholl said children's safety is of "paramount importance" and urged young people to be "sensible" and parents to be vigilant.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
"Once a month is quite enough for a sensible child."
From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl
Vocabulary lists containing sensible
Positive Adjectives to Describe People
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Common Senses: Sent, Sens ("Feel")
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"The Witches" by Roald Dahl, Chapters 1–5
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