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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
These 10 postal codes were the the most desirable — and most expensive — for Chicago homebuyers in 2024, according to ZHVI data.
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Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2025
The self-empty station for hands-free dust bin emptying is a particularly desirable feature in this price range.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025
For some of the 1980s songs, original versions were impossible to clear because artists had re-recorded them — just one of the less desirable aspects of a job that Ross and Anders say is as administrative and business-oriented as creative.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 Apr. 2025
Used car prices were declining in recent months because dealers were sitting on older inventory, which often gets less desirable over time for the average consumer.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2025
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Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2025
The self-empty station for hands-free dust bin emptying is a particularly desirable feature in this price range.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025
For some of the 1980s songs, original versions were impossible to clear because artists had re-recorded them — just one of the less desirable aspects of a job that Ross and Anders say is as administrative and business-oriented as creative.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 Apr. 2025
Used car prices were declining in recent months because dealers were sitting on older inventory, which often gets less desirable over time for the average consumer.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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This suit manages to keep you covered from top to bottom to backside while still being on-trend with today’s sexier one-pieces.—
Kristin Corpuz,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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The inclusion of her father and a compelling love interest, though, add a new dimension to the woman who once arranged student files by sexiest dads.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Aston Villa accounting period covered 13 months, not one year. Source: Club financial statements All of which begs the question: are Levy and Spurs being excessively prudent?—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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As a result, many universities, including those in states with a 7% cap on prudent spending, will likely be able to increase their use of endowment funds to maintain their budgets at prior levels.—
Ellen P. Aprill,
The Conversation,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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South Florida: While the region is expected to experience another hot and dry day besides a few stray late afternoon showers, there is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. April 29.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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In cities that have an uneven distribution of foliage, neighborhoods featuring more greenery can offer a relative cooling effect, enabling residents to better withstand dangerously hot summers.—
Henna Hundal,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Deferring college acceptance—postponing enrollment typically for one year—can be a thoughtful strategy when life circumstances, personal goals or practical considerations suggest that waiting might be the wiser path.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Guidance and tariffs Dover made a few wise adjustments to its full-year outlook.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Many Andor fans weren’t happy to learn that Disney+ intended to release the show’s second and final season in weekly three-episode chunks, as if the streamer were eager to be done with this outlier entry in the Star Wars franchise as quickly as possible.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2025
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My Maryland street is proof of that and offers a call for states and the rest of the world to carry on the fight for climate solutions as fast as possible.—
Mike Tidwell,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Videos and images shared on social media by the DEA showed officers and agents in tactical gear swarming outside the building.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Crown’s offensive diversity — featuring 10 different goal scorers this season — proved ineffective against New England’s tactical discipline.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Obviously, income reductions aren't advisable but can come with an income-tax silver lining.—
Russ Wiles,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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Starting with a low dose and waiting to assess the effects before consuming more is advisable.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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