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sensible

[sen-suh-buhl] / ˈsɛn sə bəl /


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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

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

And on a day like that, with the sun shining, four hours till dinner, and seven more items on my List of Fun Stuff to Do, I did the only sensible thing.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan