as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a sagacious critique of the current social climate in our nation
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Recent Examples of sagacious
Morris Chestnut Logline: As the fate of the earth hangs perilously in the balance, Bandi a sagacious elder embarks on a crucial mission to locate Tep one of the few legitimate descendants of an ancient extraterrestrial power, tracing back to a small tribe in Africa.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2024
Foster a balanced approach: While data can provide valuable insights at scale, integrating human judgment and industry expertise ensures a sagacious, well-rounded, and likely more ethical strategic investment approach.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
All that Manuel’s sagacious head coach Victor Valenzuela can do now is fine-tune his fighter’s composure.
—Ben Wyatt, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2023
The story, which reads as a simple recitation of the facts, portrays the decision to use the bomb as one made with sagacious care.
—Andy Kifer, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 July 2023
Her character’s backstory is a compelling narrative that the franchise aims to explore over the series: Raised in Harlem with the guidance of a sagacious grandmother, Lally learned of the traditional magic that existed in her family bloodline despite their living in the nonmagical world.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 6 Apr. 2022
In the eye-popping sci-fi epic, Winslet plays the sagacious Ronal, an alien queen and healer who leads the oceanic Metkayina clan.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2022
There are many other indications of showmanly skills in the sagacious production by Eagle.
—Jack D. Grant, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 July 2022
Leave it to the sagacious Linus Van Pelt to strip away the trappings of the Thanksgiving holiday tradition and find its essence.
—Ben Zimmer, WSJ, 25 Nov. 2021
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2024
Foster a balanced approach: While data can provide valuable insights at scale, integrating human judgment and industry expertise ensures a sagacious, well-rounded, and likely more ethical strategic investment approach.
—Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
All that Manuel’s sagacious head coach Victor Valenzuela can do now is fine-tune his fighter’s composure.
—Ben Wyatt, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2023
The story, which reads as a simple recitation of the facts, portrays the decision to use the bomb as one made with sagacious care.
—Andy Kifer, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 July 2023
Her character’s backstory is a compelling narrative that the franchise aims to explore over the series: Raised in Harlem with the guidance of a sagacious grandmother, Lally learned of the traditional magic that existed in her family bloodline despite their living in the nonmagical world.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 6 Apr. 2022
In the eye-popping sci-fi epic, Winslet plays the sagacious Ronal, an alien queen and healer who leads the oceanic Metkayina clan.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2022
There are many other indications of showmanly skills in the sagacious production by Eagle.
—Jack D. Grant, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 July 2022
Leave it to the sagacious Linus Van Pelt to strip away the trappings of the Thanksgiving holiday tradition and find its essence.
—Ben Zimmer, WSJ, 25 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sagacious
Adjective
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In hindsight that decision may not have been the wisest.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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Demonstrating a talent for working in fluent french peppered with a british accent, the actor delivers one of his most indelible acting turns as the sly, wry, and wise business mogul-turned- butler who finds new purpose in life working on the other side of the fence.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Adding another inside linebacker or two would be prudent, and Michigan has players on the board who could fill that need.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Further, the company has been prudent in allocating its resources towards innovation and marketing focused on its flagship product, unlike big conglomerates who despite having deep pockets are unable to focus on a particular niche.—
Ankita Dhawan,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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But the juxtapositions have become more insightful.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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What was once the bustling hub for Biltmore Industries' weaving and woodworking is now a captivating arts and crafts village, providing an insightful look into Asheville's rich history.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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“Sagacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sagacious. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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