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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
That is neither realistic nor desirable.
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Wyles Daniel
may 19, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
Though signals may overlap (compaction, moisture, and disturbance, after all, can exist all at once), the presence of particular weeds, without overanalyzing them, can lend helpful clues to what your desirable garden plants need done in order to thrive.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
In terms of where to beach, wide stretches of sand in Beach Haven remain some of the Jersey Shore’s most desirable, drawing surfers at sunrise, families hauling coolers and striped umbrellas by midday, and sunset walkers lingering until the sky fades pink over the dunes.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
Russia’s Defense Ministry has specifically called for drone pilot recruits with expertise in flying drones, model aircraft, electronics, and radio engineering, with computer skills also being desirable, NBC News reported.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for desirable
Wyles Daniel
may 19, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
Though signals may overlap (compaction, moisture, and disturbance, after all, can exist all at once), the presence of particular weeds, without overanalyzing them, can lend helpful clues to what your desirable garden plants need done in order to thrive.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
In terms of where to beach, wide stretches of sand in Beach Haven remain some of the Jersey Shore’s most desirable, drawing surfers at sunrise, families hauling coolers and striped umbrellas by midday, and sunset walkers lingering until the sky fades pink over the dunes.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
Russia’s Defense Ministry has specifically called for drone pilot recruits with expertise in flying drones, model aircraft, electronics, and radio engineering, with computer skills also being desirable, NBC News reported.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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The king-size island bed in the middle of the room is a sexy touch, as is the hot tub on the terrace.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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There’s a vulnerability to being touched by something, to finding something sexy or scary, and Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma is filled with a wry but immense compassion for its heroine and her habit of holding up concepts to ward off her own reactions.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Still, Barnard predicts many European leaders would likely remain prudent given the current turmoil in Westminster.—
Tiago Ventura,
Time,
18 May 2026
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What feels like prudent focus often becomes dangerous overconfidence.—
Thierry Brunel,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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And, if possible, make out with other hot transsexuals on your way.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Fans attending games will also be subject to the urban heat island effect, when major cities become significantly hotter than nearby rural areas.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Adjective
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Room-wise, both of the standard offerings sit in the same size range, though MGM has more options to indulge in larger rooms and suites, and feels newer in design.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 May 2026
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Travel Wise getty images Those who love hitting the road during summer would be wise to remember that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the 100 Deadliest Days for driving.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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From the standpoint of productivity, however, ephemera often seems counter to efficiency—to getting a coherent story down on paper and ready for publication as soon as humanly possible.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Investigators are examining possible anti-Islamic writings found in the car where police found the dead suspects, two senior law enforcement officials said.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Feature Relevant Case Studies If the offer is commoditized and switching costs are low, price will matter more; if the solution drives higher efficiency or risk reduction, value should lead the conversation, while price should be a tactical lever.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Israel Weapon Industries, a local weapons maker, has developed a system to help soldiers more accurately shoot down tactical drones.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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Washing fruit in advance is not advisable; pre-washing accelerates decay.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
13 May 2026
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Barca are 8/15 to score the night’s first goal, but writing Madrid off entirely in any Clasico is rarely advisable.—
Dean Jones,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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