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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
a desirable location for the new house
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Recent Examples of desirable
To remove invasive vines, cut them back to the ground, dig out roots when possible, and apply herbicide directly to fresh cuts with care—never spray near desirable plants.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
Today, Gowanus is a desirable neighborhood in northwest Brooklyn where young professionals and creative types live in million-dollar condos, shop at Whole Foods and dine at trendy restaurants.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 7 June 2026
Boomers and older Gen Xers own a disproportionate share of the nation’s three‑bedroom‑plus homes, including many in desirable urban and suburban neighborhoods.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Polished enough for the global luxury buyer without losing contact with the raw material that made the coast desirable in the first place.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
Today, Gowanus is a desirable neighborhood in northwest Brooklyn where young professionals and creative types live in million-dollar condos, shop at Whole Foods and dine at trendy restaurants.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 7 June 2026
Boomers and older Gen Xers own a disproportionate share of the nation’s three‑bedroom‑plus homes, including many in desirable urban and suburban neighborhoods.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Polished enough for the global luxury buyer without losing contact with the raw material that made the coast desirable in the first place.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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Director/writer Adrian Chiarella’s scary, sexy and unforgettable debut clocks in at under 90 minutes, but says so much and works on every level, including as a scorching-hot romance.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous — a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Would taking his advice be prudent or practical?—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
9 June 2026
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Consulting a professional arborist may be prudent before making significant cuts.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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Volunteers cook a hot breakfast for up to 250 people each Monday, Wednesday and Saturday morning.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The Spurs came out hot for the second consecutive game Wednesday, racing to a 41-22 lead by the end of the first quarter.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Lundgren shares some wise words about how being a man is more than muscles, and about getting in front of himself — which doesn't make sense at the time, but will later.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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This being Maine, a few wise alecks believed Bangor Black Flies would be a fitting name.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Hunters often lit blazing fires, which disoriented and frightened the elk, and as many animals as possible were killed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The case initially iwas nvestigated as a possible drowning.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Bukayo Saka — England/Arsenal Saka suffers a little here from Mikel Arteta’s tactical approach depressing the final third production of all Arsenal’s attackers.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Acting national police commissioner Puleng Dimpane said in a statement that forensic investigators and tactical response teams have been deployed to the scene.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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But putting a gun to his head is not advisable.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Wearing hats and loose-fitting clothes that cover as much skin as possible is still advisable on exceptionally hot days.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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