advisability

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Recent Examples of advisability In early February 2026 Caine expressed concerns about initiating a war with Iran, pointing out the risks of a long-term conflict without offering guidance on the advisability of going to war. — L. Sue Baugh, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 May 2026 The authors were careful to say that their findings aren’t a blanket endorsement of PSA screening and that men should consult with their doctors about the advisability of the test. — Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 14 May 2026 Dear Members, In years past, Coop members debated the advisability of joining the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement. — Christine Smallwood, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026 There’s so much to be discussed discussing the advisability of starting a war, the cost of insurance coverage or loss of cargo is likely insignificant. — Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026 An important question that is frequently raised is the advisability of allowing the driver to override the system. — IEEE Spectrum, 2 Aug. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisability
Noun
  • While the state did not make the top tier for lowest crime, both cities are seen as safer than many major coastal counterparts, contributing to their overall desirability.
    — Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The shift away from promotional activity, the exec noted, has also been pivotal in maintaining its growth streak, with the company leaning more on building brand equity and desirability.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • This means looking beyond the absence of potassium permanganate and considering factors such as worker safety, wastewater impacts, resource consumption, process reliability and economic feasibility.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • What readers are saying The comments reflect skepticism and frustration about the feasibility of saving a year's worth of expenses, especially given the current economic challenges such as low wages, high living costs, and job market difficulties.
    — Maurie Backman, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • The lawyer’s truth is not Truth, but consistency, or a consistent expediency.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The expediency helps the series, developed by Nick Santora based on Lee Child’s books, to stay on a yearly cadence.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Advisability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisability. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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