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
In general, their use is not advisable.
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Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Waiting for the price to decline is generally not advisable.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The Heat training staff is charged with getting a player back as soon as feasible and advisable.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Not everything was advisable in the budget this group shepherded against the wishes of Johnson, who allowed the tax-and-spending plan to become law without his signature.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
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Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Waiting for the price to decline is generally not advisable.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The Heat training staff is charged with getting a player back as soon as feasible and advisable.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Not everything was advisable in the budget this group shepherded against the wishes of Johnson, who allowed the tax-and-spending plan to become law without his signature.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
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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Pangan, 28, who lives in Torrance, felt confused that her friend who lives in Orange County was able to get desirable cheap tickets for swimming, track and tennis.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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In the case of the Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, that blend starts at $75,200, and easily approaches $100,000 if one adds all of the desirable amenities.—
John Scott Lewinski,
Robb Report,
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
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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