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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
a desirable location for the new house
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Recent Examples of desirable
But the prospect of the Islamic Republic’s fall, however desirable, is increasingly less likely.
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Daniel Kurtzer, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
The stunning colonial is at the end of a cul-de-sac in one of Avon’s most desirable neighborhoods.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
How to Make Your Garage Ready for Renters The most desirable spaces are clean, dry, secure, and easy to access.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2026
Brushes, on the other hand, dry out much more quickly, creating a less desirable environment for bacteria to breed.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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Daniel Kurtzer, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026
The stunning colonial is at the end of a cul-de-sac in one of Avon’s most desirable neighborhoods.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
How to Make Your Garage Ready for Renters The most desirable spaces are clean, dry, secure, and easy to access.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2026
Brushes, on the other hand, dry out much more quickly, creating a less desirable environment for bacteria to breed.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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Romance will be passionate and sexy.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
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Exterior house colors may not be the sexiest part of your renovation efforts, but choosing the right exterior paint color can make a big difference.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Extra points Eric Musselman will need to be more prudent in the transfer portal.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Congress enacted a good-faith and largely prudent updating of Social Security.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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On April 18, that reverence will look like music, laughter and a line of people waiting for something hot out of the fryer — a simple plate carrying stories from across the world, all landing in one place.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Barred from his high school basketball team due to his temper, a hot-head, street-baller battles demons from his past and present to earn a spot on a summer league team and his last shot at a college basketball scholarship.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Reds have been a pleasant surprise in the Eastern Conference of MLS and are comfortably in the mix of top east teams, standings wise.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Flavor-wise, both the Molten Lava Cake and Strawberry Burst were pleasant, but less singularly memorable than the Cinnamon Caramel Pop-Tart.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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What is expected to be the biggest gathering of possible Democratic 2028 presidential hopefuls is set to happen at the convention for the National Action Network, an organization dedicated to fighting for civil rights and equality.—
Hannah Demissie,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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This profile, combined with the launch aircraft’s ability to remain outside enemy air-defense envelopes, gives the system a clear tactical advantage over slower, level-flying cruise missiles.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Keep Up with Daily Tasks While day-of cleaning is unnecessary, keeping up with daily cleaning tasks is advisable.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations, delays, and unforeseen disruptions is also advisable, particularly given the potential for sudden airspace closures or route adjustments.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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