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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
There are also more pragmatic reasons why scientists strive to come up with a memorable acronym.
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Clarissa Brincat, Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
Steyer’s emphasis on reducing regulatory barriers and permitting costs to address California’s housing crisis represents a substantive policy contribution that could appeal to voters prioritizing pragmatic solutions over rhetorical combat.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
In the 1950s and the early 1960s, concerns shifted to include more pragmatic approaches to developing and sustaining domestic cultural industries and encouraging technological development.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Flick was aware of what lay in store for his team and asked them to play a more pragmatic game than usual.
—Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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Clarissa Brincat, Big Think, 29 Apr. 2026
Steyer’s emphasis on reducing regulatory barriers and permitting costs to address California’s housing crisis represents a substantive policy contribution that could appeal to voters prioritizing pragmatic solutions over rhetorical combat.
—Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
In the 1950s and the early 1960s, concerns shifted to include more pragmatic approaches to developing and sustaining domestic cultural industries and encouraging technological development.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Flick was aware of what lay in store for his team and asked them to play a more pragmatic game than usual.
—Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pragmatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pragmatic
Adjective
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September 23 – October 22 A practical step helps steady everything today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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My experience working with local governments, workers, educators, businesses and community leaders has reinforced the importance of practical solutions that deliver real results.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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Keep your responses measured and your commitments realistic so nothing escalates unnecessarily.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Policymakers should also require manufacturers to disclose additives and realistic leaching data for food-contact materials, cookware, bottled water, and children’s products.—
Justin Zorn,
STAT,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Pragmatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pragmatic. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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