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also pragmatical
as in practical
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
a pragmatic man, not given to grand, visionary schemes
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Recent Examples of pragmatic
The path forward requires pragmatic, clear-eyed solutions.
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Katica Roy, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Rodríguez’s rise to interim leadership has signaled continuity in key areas of state control, even as her government adopts a more pragmatic tone toward the United States.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
Middle of Nowhere is a couple years past that emotional excision, and perhaps a little more pragmatic.
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
There are also more pragmatic reasons why scientists strive to come up with a memorable acronym.
—Clarissa Brincat, Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
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Katica Roy, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Rodríguez’s rise to interim leadership has signaled continuity in key areas of state control, even as her government adopts a more pragmatic tone toward the United States.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
Middle of Nowhere is a couple years past that emotional excision, and perhaps a little more pragmatic.
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
There are also more pragmatic reasons why scientists strive to come up with a memorable acronym.
—Clarissa Brincat, Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pragmatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pragmatic
Adjective
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 A sharp conversation could unlock practical momentum surprisingly fast today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
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What begins as one practical step could raise your profile significantly.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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When asked about a realistic amount that could be collected from the verdict, Butcher said the aim is to collect every non-exempt asset possible.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 May 2026
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At this point, those agitating against the merger might see their most realistic option being to lobby for conditions on the merger, such as job-protection guarantees or production minimums.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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“Pragmatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pragmatic. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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