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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
Still, far below desirable, but the numbers suggest right-handers had a better chance of success.
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Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
On the surface, Bryan is a desirable placement in the federal prison system.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
In contrast, some people think perfection is not attainable or desirable.
—Jeanne Beatrix Law, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
The moves are intended to make OpenAI’s products more desirable to enterprise and coding customers, where Anthropic has had more success.
—John Kell, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for desirable
Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 28 Mar. 2026
On the surface, Bryan is a desirable placement in the federal prison system.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
In contrast, some people think perfection is not attainable or desirable.
—Jeanne Beatrix Law, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
The moves are intended to make OpenAI’s products more desirable to enterprise and coding customers, where Anthropic has had more success.
—John Kell, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for desirable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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As far as wellness trends go, small talk isn’t sexy.—
Keith Wagstaff,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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How did Smart feel about Deborah getting to have some sexy fun?—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That move, which may have seemed prudent at the time, ended up killing off the TFG’s chances.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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Local launch traffic will likely be heavy, so leaving yourself hours of flexibility is prudent.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The play, like the movie, is loosely based on a robbery that took place in 1972, on a boiling-hot August day, when an eccentric, deep-in-debt Vietnam veteran named John Wojtowicz entered a Chase bank in Brooklyn with a gun and two accomplices, hoping for a quick score.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
2 Apr. 2026
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Rather than offering just the standard facials and massages (which are also on the menu), the spa has red and blue light therapy and a treatment where guests can alternate between a hot sauna and a cold plunge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Straight men are just catching up, vanity-wise, and political opportunists have eagerly fed into their insecurities.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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The obvious comparison would be Lily Allen’s West End Girl, another heartbreak concept album that captured the public imagination by aiming big, narrative-wise, stretching out the story song by song.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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If possible, set aside some time today to journal, listen to your favorite music, or just take a nap!—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When the chase passed NW 150th Street and Portland Avenue, a deputy unsuccessfully performed a tactical vehicle intervention, which led the woman to ram into the deputy's vehicle and continue to flee.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
1 Apr. 2026
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That leaves open the possibility that any outreach could be tactical, fragmented, or even contradictory.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Keep Up with Daily Tasks While day-of cleaning is unnecessary, keeping up with daily cleaning tasks is advisable.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations, delays, and unforeseen disruptions is also advisable, particularly given the potential for sudden airspace closures or route adjustments.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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