as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it's never advisable to ride double on a bicycle
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Recent Examples of advisable
Although the company has made efforts to address these concerns, a cautious approach is advisable when assessing SMCI stock.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That said, backups are always advisable when using beta software.
—ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
As promising as the effort sounds, caution is still advisable.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 27 May 2025
This ushers in a new reality: Boards are now held accountable by employees and society, making courage in talent management not just advisable but essential.
—Keith D. Dorsey, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That said, backups are always advisable when using beta software.
—ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
As promising as the effort sounds, caution is still advisable.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 27 May 2025
This ushers in a new reality: Boards are now held accountable by employees and society, making courage in talent management not just advisable but essential.
—Keith D. Dorsey, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
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Banning any emulsifiers that might be found to cause serious harm would be prudent, but then foods that contain them would have to be reformulated—a costly, time-consuming endeavor.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
25 June 2025
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The trade Given these risks, hedging is prudent for investors with significant tech exposure, particularly those concerned about short-term volatility.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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These two effects are desirable for reducing heart health risks.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
25 June 2025
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Macaluso, too, suggests that rather than fighting over redfish, sportsmen ought to expand their notions of which fish are desirable.—
Boyce Upholt,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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In hindsight that decision may not have been the wisest.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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Demonstrating a talent for working in fluent french peppered with a british accent, the actor delivers one of his most indelible acting turns as the sly, wry, and wise business mogul-turned- butler who finds new purpose in life working on the other side of the fence.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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The operator lands their FPV by the side of a track or on a rooftop and waits for possible targets, alerted either by a spotter drone or using the drone’s own camera.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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