as in stable
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
the court ruled that the woman was indeed sane when she made out her will
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Recent Examples of sane
But, the freedom loving sane people of this great country came to Karoline's defense to show support, destroy the filthy LIBS and celebrate the greatest press secretary this country has ever employed.
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Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
Plus, the maintenance might just be what keeps you sane and feeling cute.
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Natalie Cantell,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
The Risk Is Not Small None of this means the valuation is sane.
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Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
As is often the case, notable wagers arrived that make sane bettors scratch their heads.
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Doug Kezirian,
New York Times,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sane
Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
Plus, the maintenance might just be what keeps you sane and feeling cute.
—
Natalie Cantell,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
The Risk Is Not Small None of this means the valuation is sane.
—
Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
As is often the case, notable wagers arrived that make sane bettors scratch their heads.
—
Doug Kezirian,
New York Times,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for sane
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sane
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Both Dayana Patino and her baby son Juan David Trujillo were in a stable condition on Sunday in hospital in the Venezuelan capital Caracas, AP reported.
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Four were listed in critical condition, and six others, including the driver, were listed in stable condition.
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Shah adds that many women feel their best when ferritin levels are at least between 40 and 70 ng/ml for optimal energy and hair health, even if lab ranges suggest lower levels are ‘normal’.
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People are being asked to have their trash and recycling at the curb at least one hour prior to their normal pickup time.
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But someone was lucid enough to tie the knot that secured her to the mountain.
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Audiences peer into the heart of things, and the whole world suddenly becomes lucid.
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Ray advises Anna to let the police handle the situation, which confirms him as the most rational character on the show and thus the only threat that Cady seems to recognize.
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Research from the LinkedIn B2B Institute, conducted with Les Binet and Peter Field, found that emotional B2B campaigns deliver roughly seven times the long-term effectiveness of rational ones.
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To prove religious discrimination in the workplace, a party needs to prove disparate treatment or that the employer failed to make reasonable accommodations for someone trying to practice their religious beliefs.
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Use earphones for music and movies and keep conversations at a reasonable volume.
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Brazil takes on Japan in an enticing first game of the day, while the Netherlands and Morocco meet in one of the more balanced matchups of the round.
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But rigatoni's firm, chewy texture contrasts with the silky sauce, creating a more balanced bite.
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Pomegranates also contain vitamin K and folate, which can help support healthy blood clotting and cell growth, respectively.
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The indexes are sitting on healthy gains for the year despite a slight pullback in June.
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Whatever the case, your approach will be doable and sensible.
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Any sensible person wants a diversified portfolio.
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“Sane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sane. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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