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
Based on my experience, opting for a wig with a substantial density of around 200 percent or more is advisable.
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Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 2 May 2025
Consult Healthcare Providers: Especially for individuals with existing health conditions or those taking other medications, consulting a healthcare professional experienced in cannabis use is advisable.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
Obviously, income reductions aren't advisable but can come with an income-tax silver lining.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
Starting with a low dose and waiting to assess the effects before consuming more is advisable.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 2 May 2025
Consult Healthcare Providers: Especially for individuals with existing health conditions or those taking other medications, consulting a healthcare professional experienced in cannabis use is advisable.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
Obviously, income reductions aren't advisable but can come with an income-tax silver lining.
—Russ Wiles, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
Starting with a low dose and waiting to assess the effects before consuming more is advisable.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
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Washington State's prudent financial governance stands in stark contrast to Washington DC's struggle with fiscal discipline.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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In each case, Simon stresses that best-available player not only is the safest approach but also the most prudent.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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There is no obvious spot for two more games on the opening weekend that would provide a desirable, exclusive TV window.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Dear Liz: My husband and I built a home on a hillside over 30 years ago in a desirable neighborhood with a beautiful view.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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The one that was pretty impactful for me at Cannes, at least life trajectory wise, probably more impactful than all of those other films, came in 2012.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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If not, while national security, stability, and local shipbuilding growth are important, adding levies to tariffs this year may not be wise.—
Phillip Molnar,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The question the film ultimately asks is whether a third way is at all possible, leading to a gripping final combat that’s much less a knockout than a bitter victory.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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And Cannes — for all its flaws, its chaos, its maddening logistics — remains the one place each year where that future still feels genuinely possible.—
Martin Moszkowicz,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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