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Recent Examples of practicality
People admire your straightforward and clear-sighted practicality.
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Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
Accessories offer the most versatility and practicality.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
Taken together, the package leans more toward versatility and performance than everyday practicality.
—New Atlas, 25 Mar. 2026
The vehicle combines the practicality of a small SUV with the power and handling of a muscle car.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Money and self-worth align as the sparkling Sun conjoins illusory Neptune in your 2nd House of Values, harmonizing imagination with practicality (especially regarding upcoming purchases or other investments).
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Calm practicality steadies your money moves.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
For teens, coolness also encompasses practicality, value, and a brand's ability to evolve and engage in current cultural conversations online and in their social circles.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
That practicality pays off in spring, too.
—Iman Balagam, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Mar. 2026
Accessories offer the most versatility and practicality.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Mar. 2026
Taken together, the package leans more toward versatility and performance than everyday practicality.
—New Atlas, 25 Mar. 2026
The vehicle combines the practicality of a small SUV with the power and handling of a muscle car.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Money and self-worth align as the sparkling Sun conjoins illusory Neptune in your 2nd House of Values, harmonizing imagination with practicality (especially regarding upcoming purchases or other investments).
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Calm practicality steadies your money moves.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
For teens, coolness also encompasses practicality, value, and a brand's ability to evolve and engage in current cultural conversations online and in their social circles.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
That practicality pays off in spring, too.
—Iman Balagam, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for practicality
Noun
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The jail was coming to an end of its usefulness and would be replaced in just three years.—
Kevin Foster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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Moreover, as a bonus, the fermentation process produced methane—an energy-rich gas that could be captured and used as fuel, adding another layer of usefulness to the system.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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System passed a key design review The system has recently passed a key design review, confirming both its technical feasibility and readiness for further development.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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Mayor Michelle Gomez had recommended limiting spending to $8,000 solely to pursue the feasibility of the project.—
Carol Mendelson,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Practicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practicality. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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