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as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
advised to use some old-fashioned prudence when agreeing to meet face-to-face with an online acquaintance
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as in expediency
suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
prudence would call for a little more caution in such a delicate situation
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as in wisdom
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
in the long run, prudence will pay off more often than taking wild risks
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Recent Examples of prudence
Hegseth, in his public comments, characterized the ruling as confirmation that the Pentagon had acted within the bounds of both military prudence and constitutional law.
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Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
This is the definition of investor prudence.
—Will Dunham, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
If many people wanting safety put money into a bank or mutual fund, that intermediary can, with prudence, make loans or buy stocks and bonds with a range of risks.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 23 Nov. 2025
Additionally, a boom-and-bust cycle in the early 2000s informs some of the company’s prudence on expansion.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
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Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
This is the definition of investor prudence.
—Will Dunham, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2025
If many people wanting safety put money into a bank or mutual fund, that intermediary can, with prudence, make loans or buy stocks and bonds with a range of risks.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 23 Nov. 2025
Additionally, a boom-and-bust cycle in the early 2000s informs some of the company’s prudence on expansion.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prudence
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Just as essential a consideration as carefulness for committee members, though, is speed.—
Chris Stirewalt,
The Hill,
26 Aug. 2025
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The excuses have more to do with political expediency and gas lobbying than reality.—
Anshul Gupta,
New York Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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The daughter of a Marxist guerilla who rose to notoriety in the 1970s for capturing an American businessman, Rodríguez is adept at embracing contradiction in the name of political expediency.—
Ellie Austin,
Fortune,
6 Jan. 2026
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This not only undermines local public media but also calls into question the wisdom of isolating Arkansas from a national network and associated resources that serve millions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Jan. 2026
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Oprah has visited dozens of countries in every corner of the world, logged miles and miles exploring the United States, and picked up plenty of travel know-how along the way—including wisdom on what to wear.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
15 Jan. 2026
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
13 Jan. 2026
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In both countries, investment outcomes depend heavily on national conditions, including the strength of capital markets, workforce, infrastructure, and the judiciousness of laws and regulations.—
SADEK WAHBA,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Sep. 2025
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So there's really no choice but for the four major conference commissioners to compile a set of rules and guidelines that make at least a marginal bit of sense.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Jan. 2026
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Create a sense of order by clearing those surfaces of holiday-specific decor.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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Summit speakers explored the current landscape of business and industry across health care, child care, education, manufacturing and development sectors, by discussing trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s economy.—
Marianne Love,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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But even without a health plan, people will still need medical care.—
Blake Farmer,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Ultimately, peace cannot be defined by those who profit from war, occupation or political expedience.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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That’s because the Fed’s credibility rests on its ability to make decisions driven by economic evidence, not political expedience.—
Joshua Stillwagon,
The Conversation,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Prudence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudence. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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