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
There’s no way that’s medically advisable in her condition.
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Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2025
Its songs go on longer, say more, and do more than is expected or, sometimes, advisable.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 June 2025
Video of the evacuation also shows many passengers taking their belongings with them during the evacuation, which is not advisable.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 July 2025
Whether or not that is possible or even advisable to hold true, everyone should be advised to hold onto your dentures, as Freeman would say, and your little dog too.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 25 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 4 Aug. 2025
Its songs go on longer, say more, and do more than is expected or, sometimes, advisable.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 June 2025
Video of the evacuation also shows many passengers taking their belongings with them during the evacuation, which is not advisable.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 July 2025
Whether or not that is possible or even advisable to hold true, everyone should be advised to hold onto your dentures, as Freeman would say, and your little dog too.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 25 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
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Hope alone isn’t prudent in the pursuit of a playoff spot or division title.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Stars win, no matter how prudent the finances are with the overall roster.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In Mexico, English and Spanish are desirable; in Canada, French is considered an asset.—
Michelle Kaufman
August 12,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Some of the most desirable brands let the product speak for itself rather than resorting to conspicuous branding and flashy gimmicks.—
Matteo Atti,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But the Tigers also made wise offseason moves, not the least of which was signing former New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres to a one-year, $15 million contract.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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Stashing a talented prospect like him is a wise decision for a front office that should be taking a long view with its rebuild, not to mention Douglas’ history of concussions (two in 2023) and contract coming up next season.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The finding eliminates one possible cause for signs of distress shown by Black, 69, during his execution, his attorney Kelley Henry said in a statement.—
Evan Mealins,
The Tennessean,
22 Aug. 2025
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Neighbors reported hearing a possible disturbance overnight.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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