1
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
This was a chance for Biden to take the high road, to toe the fiscal line and display financial prudence.
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Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
This is emblematic of transit leaders’ lack of fiscal prudence.
—Micky Horstman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
His successor will be tasked with providing Howe with the maximum permissible resources to achieve on-field success while maintaining financial prudence.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 19 June 2025
In a press conference in Doha, Fidan said the Syrian people were not in a position to rebuild on their own and international actors and regional powers had to act with prudence and preserve the country's territorial integrity.
—Andrew Mills, Reuters, 8 Dec. 2024
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Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
This is emblematic of transit leaders’ lack of fiscal prudence.
—Micky Horstman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
His successor will be tasked with providing Howe with the maximum permissible resources to achieve on-field success while maintaining financial prudence.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 19 June 2025
In a press conference in Doha, Fidan said the Syrian people were not in a position to rebuild on their own and international actors and regional powers had to act with prudence and preserve the country's territorial integrity.
—Andrew Mills, Reuters, 8 Dec. 2024
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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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That’s good news for customers, who are no longer satisfied with quick-and-dirty fixes that prioritize expediency over safety.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Perhaps, the time has come to go beyond archaic political loyalties and engage issues on the basis of evidence, merit, and truth, not short-term political expediency.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Oct. 2025
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Brought together by filmmaker Saúl Alvídrez, these two radical elders share passion, politics, and wisdom.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Sagittarius is the truth-seeker of the zodiac, and its archetype is symbolic of wisdom, expansion and venturing outside of one’s comfort zone.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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Japanese authorities continued to advise vigilance and caution due to ongoing aftershocks.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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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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These swatches are arranged at different angles to create a sense of chaos, and the pom at the top of the bonnet is replicated as a lace attachment.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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If the coach decides to break that cycle, the Giants and their dynamic young quarterback should make all the sense in the world to him.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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But the care and keeping of me?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Any infants experiencing symptoms should have their care provider contacted immediately.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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Will that mission weigh the needs of our community as equal to national political expedience, or is the safety of our people less important than fleeting political optics?—
Keith Wilson,
Time,
2 Oct. 2025
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Private settlements outside the public eye deprive them of that chance and raise suspicions that boards prioritize expedience over long-term value creation.—
Kai Liekefett,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Prudence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudence. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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