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
For retirement portfolios that grow over 30 or 40 years, then pay out for another 20 or 30, some private credit seems sensible.
From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026
The central bank makes a sensible decision to stand pat on rates.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
But the old lady was anything but sensible, as Ophie had learned.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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