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Recent Examples of pragmatist
In embracing a rapprochement with the United States under President Obama, Raúl Castro, long seen as an ideologue by Cubanologists, played the hand of a pragmatist.
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Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
In office he's been a pragmatist and some of his doubters are now key allies on some issues, including Democratic Governor Hochul, who is a partner in his push for universal childcare and now this new tax levied on the most wealthy part-time residents of New York City.
—Leila Fadel, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Larijani oversaw the bloody repression of protesters in January but was widely seen as a pragmatist, and more moderate than Zolghadr.
—Sudarsan Raghavan, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Mahan painted himself as a pragmatist who led San José to being named the safest large city in the nation, reducing homelessness by one-third and spurring the construction of housing by reducing regulatory restrictions and fees.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
In Caracas, the US captured and arrested former President Nicolas Maduro, and a US-friendly pragmatist from within the government emerged to cut a deal.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
The Arsenal manager is generally considered a ruthless pragmatist, but chose to reward Arrizabalaga with the start.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026
One of the many hats worn by the pragmatist Larijani was his role as a leading negotiator tasked with finding common ground with Washington.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
The fact that Ellison may be more of a pragmatist than a Rupert Murdoch–style ideologue could serve some cold comfort to those at CNN who fear not only cuts but an editorial shift of the kind that has occurred at CBS News.
—Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
In office he's been a pragmatist and some of his doubters are now key allies on some issues, including Democratic Governor Hochul, who is a partner in his push for universal childcare and now this new tax levied on the most wealthy part-time residents of New York City.
—Leila Fadel, NPR, 17 Apr. 2026
Larijani oversaw the bloody repression of protesters in January but was widely seen as a pragmatist, and more moderate than Zolghadr.
—Sudarsan Raghavan, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
Mahan painted himself as a pragmatist who led San José to being named the safest large city in the nation, reducing homelessness by one-third and spurring the construction of housing by reducing regulatory restrictions and fees.
—Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
In Caracas, the US captured and arrested former President Nicolas Maduro, and a US-friendly pragmatist from within the government emerged to cut a deal.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
The Arsenal manager is generally considered a ruthless pragmatist, but chose to reward Arrizabalaga with the start.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026
One of the many hats worn by the pragmatist Larijani was his role as a leading negotiator tasked with finding common ground with Washington.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
The fact that Ellison may be more of a pragmatist than a Rupert Murdoch–style ideologue could serve some cold comfort to those at CNN who fear not only cuts but an editorial shift of the kind that has occurred at CBS News.
—Reeves Wiedeman, Vulture, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pragmatist
Noun
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The guy was nothing if not a realist.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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In San Jose, Cohen has developed a reputation as a principled realist who has pursued progress over purity.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
Noun
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And, though a lot of cynics will try to convince you otherwise, that’s perfectly OK.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Of course, cynics would say this is an easy way to get laughs, but Galifianakis’ quick wit ensures the unfiltered youngsters don’t always take center stage.—
Jon O'Brien,
IndieWire,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Pragmatist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pragmatist. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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