HORSE SENSE Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

horse sense

noun

Definition of horse sense

as in prudence

the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters pure horse sense should tell you it's dangerous to play with matches

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Recent Examples of horse sense Anheuser-Busch will have to see how viewers react to its latest ad to determine if consumers think the Clydesdales still present good horse sense or represent a horse of a different color. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026 His words of wisdom are tinged with wit and old-fashioned horse sense. — Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2024 But Lord knows, there’s a mountain of acumen and perspicacity or, in plain terms, good horse sense stored in those minds and souls. — Gordon Monson, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Jan. 2023 Back in 2011, Daniels, a former Bush White House official and two-term Indiana governor known for his conservative horse sense and low-key manner, passed on a White House run and went on to accept the Purdue presidency. — Frederick Hess, Forbes, 16 June 2022 In an age when Hollywood’s highest-profile parent-child relationship is that between Britney Spears and her father, what could be more refreshing than the homespun horse sense of the Howard boys? — Peter Tonguette, WSJ, 7 Oct. 2021

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Noun

Short-term rates went to 5% and change, Treasury bills paid more than investment grade corporates, and savers who had spent fifteen years being punished for prudence suddenly got paid handsomely for doing nothing.

— Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
In those conditions, United’s prudence makes financial sense.

— Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of prudence

Noun

From a team perspective, the general wisdom is to sign building-block players for as long as possible.

— Max Bultman, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Jim Ross will also share his fishing wisdom and give away a half-day fishing experience on the Indian River valued at $400 during each seminar.

— Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of wisdom

Noun

In its evaluation, the committee cited the film’s polished craftsmanship and the clarity of its directorial vision, pointing to the tone and mise-en-scène that sustain a sense of pressure throughout the story.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
To channel this sense of joyful minimalism, pair a bold color with playful accents, rich textures, and meaningful décor that brings personality to the space without overwhelming it.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of sense

Noun

What’s beautiful is the English countryside and the values of common sense and togetherness, activity and adventure.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026
That fear comes from people who want a cure, but are also wary about what can happen when administrative systems move faster than common sense.

— Jeff Berry, STAT, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of common sense

Noun

However, programs with state licensing requirements are one of the biggest worries for Jenna Kramer, a policy researcher at RAND.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Burkhard’s organization advocates for changes to this and other policies, like a bill currently being considered at the federal level, aiming to lower the out-of-pocket cost of perinatal care for mothers.

— Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of policy

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