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as in intelligent
having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech
a good teacher who knows how to give judicious criticism as well as praise
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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
I'll ask for the raise at a time I deem most judicious
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as in expediency
suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
the judiciousness of using such harsh language in a letter of complaint is questionable at best
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Recent Examples of judicious
Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
Better yet, there’s a more judicious use of CGI here than in the past (the final sequence is a breathtaking jaw-dropper that ventures to very dark places).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025
Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader, admitted early on that Democrats would need to be judicious about their resistance; they were being overwhelmed by executive actions and shocking appointments at a rate designed to force them into submission.
—Antonia Hitchens, The New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2025
Make sure to use politeness while prompting, though do not go overboard and be judicious in such wording.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Rays — For years, the Rays have managed to field contending teams through judicious under-the-radar trades by GM Erik Neander despite one of the lowest payrolls in baseball.
—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
Better yet, there’s a more judicious use of CGI here than in the past (the final sequence is a breathtaking jaw-dropper that ventures to very dark places).
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025
Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader, admitted early on that Democrats would need to be judicious about their resistance; they were being overwhelmed by executive actions and shocking appointments at a rate designed to force them into submission.
—Antonia Hitchens, The New Yorker, 21 Feb. 2025
Make sure to use politeness while prompting, though do not go overboard and be judicious in such wording.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for judicious
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Second, a human must be kept in the loop of intelligent machine decision-making processes.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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In 1950 the Italian physicist Enrico Fermi was discussing the possibility of intelligent alien life with his colleagues.—
Philip Ball,
Wired News,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Heat’s Udonis Haslem says amid Kevin Durant speculation: ‘The situation in Miami will work’ ASK IRA: Is a Heat waiting game with Herro, Jovic extensions the prudent approach?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2025
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To understand their risk, prudent CISOs will try to find confidential data before their users unknowingly break the system.—
Chris Stegh,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Like Carl, Akram crosses lines, though his transgressions are fueled by expediency rather than temper.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
29 May 2025
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And there are a lot of people within Biden world that feel that that decision was made for political expediency.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Be extra cautious if recreating with sparks or flame.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Unlike his predecessor Pope Francis, who often spoke off the cuff, Leo is more cautious and speaks from a prepared text.—
Joshua McElwee,
USA Today,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Over the last two seasons, Alexander has missed 20 games due to injury, and adding him into a cornerback room that is already reeling from health issues would not be the wisest decision.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2025
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Considering Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson and T.J. Watt are all in line for new deals soon, getting something done with Hutchinson sooner rather than later would be wise.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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For all the ballyhoo about the social desirability of moviegoing—the thrill of laughing or crying with a crowd, of a collective gasp of surprise or horror—the most important aspect of the theatrical experience, whether for studio films, art-house releases, or revivals, is commercial.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
10 June 2025
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The Boston Consulting Group’s study identified quality and craftsmanship as the top drivers of brand desirability, more than hype, scarcity and even cool collaborations, which didn’t even make it to the ranking of the top 10 levers.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Glass sliders open the living area and release it to a discreet gallery walkway leading the new wing.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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There is a discreet sign in the room warning of snakes.—
Hala Alyan
June 9,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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What's Going On?' This real estate, right next door to Paramount Studios, wasn’t always so desirable.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The idea of multi-story homes with small footprints is a more desirable approach to density for some people than apartments.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2025
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“Judicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/judicious. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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