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Recent Examples of sensibly
Rather than trying to cram in too much, Irontown Modular has sensibly kept things nice and simple inside, and this helps lend the space an open and spacious appearance.
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Adam Williams
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
Ukraine sensibly sees firm security guarantees as the necessary starting point to ensure that any territorial concessions don’t become a foothold from which Russia can simply resume its attack.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
After gold medal favorite Finley Melville Ives crashed out of contention, the top American contenders, rather sensibly, backed off in their second runs in men's freeski halfpipe qualifying.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Broadcasters are now realizing the necessity for this and as long as producers budget sensibly and partner with the right people there is a lot of potential in the near- and long-term future.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
And fourth, if by some miracle the world can muddle through, there is also the risk that advanced AI will displace most people from their jobs, increasing the chance of political backlash that, Amodei writes, might make the task of sensibly addressing the other risks even more difficult.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Nothing gets done sensibly, however, merely by following rules.
—Philip K. Howard, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
Although hopeful, the document sensibly is cautious on whether there will be lasting peace in the region.
—John Seiler, Oc Register, 22 Dec. 2025
Nothing screams quiet luxury like the sensibly British yet thoroughly Beverly Hills Maybourne Bar.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
Adam Williams
march 03, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2026
Ukraine sensibly sees firm security guarantees as the necessary starting point to ensure that any territorial concessions don’t become a foothold from which Russia can simply resume its attack.
—Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
After gold medal favorite Finley Melville Ives crashed out of contention, the top American contenders, rather sensibly, backed off in their second runs in men's freeski halfpipe qualifying.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Broadcasters are now realizing the necessity for this and as long as producers budget sensibly and partner with the right people there is a lot of potential in the near- and long-term future.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
And fourth, if by some miracle the world can muddle through, there is also the risk that advanced AI will displace most people from their jobs, increasing the chance of political backlash that, Amodei writes, might make the task of sensibly addressing the other risks even more difficult.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Nothing gets done sensibly, however, merely by following rules.
—Philip K. Howard, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
Although hopeful, the document sensibly is cautious on whether there will be lasting peace in the region.
—John Seiler, Oc Register, 22 Dec. 2025
Nothing screams quiet luxury like the sensibly British yet thoroughly Beverly Hills Maybourne Bar.
—Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensibly
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China's ambassador on disarmament, Shen Jian, did not directly address DiNanno's charge but said Beijing had always acted prudently and responsibly on nuclear issues.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
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Utilities must control costs, operate efficiently, manage projects prudently, and meet performance standards to achieve them.—
Rory M. Christian,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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After you’re done, put your round-by-round predictions to the test in our men’s or women’s Survivor Pool, either as a solo contestant or in a private pool with a group of friends (choose wisely).—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
19 Mar. 2026
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After you’re done, put your round-by-round predictions to the test in our men’s or women’s Survivor Pool, either as a solo contestant or in a private pool with a group of friends (choose wisely).—
Kristin Scharkey,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The Yale Repertory Theatre is using a 2019 adaptation by Frank Galati, which takes the standard Derek Prouse translation which has been around nearly as long as Ionesco original French script and trims it judiciously for maximum theatrical impact.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
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But the director there was Ridley Scott, and his streamlined professionalism kept the comic and the cosmic judiciously in check.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The measure would allow many Cuban Americans to take legal ownership of a large chunk of the sprawling small private enterprises that have flourished on the island that have already been getting funding discreetly from Miami, but are under the names of relatives and friends on the island.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the Dominican Republic’s tourist board also has their own set of safety tips for visitors which include keeping your passport and valuables in a hotel safe, using your phone or camera discreetly, and avoiding walking alone at night.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Once again, Florida’s LGBTQ population justifiably feels targeted by the DeSantis administration.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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Leeds United could justifiably take a week-long training camp in Birmingham from this weekend.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Cannon’s decision held that if a prosecutor was not validly appointed, dismissal of the case is the only remedy.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Nov. 2025
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If Halligan wasn’t validly appointed, the indictment may be legally void.—
Cassandra Burke Robertson,
The Conversation,
8 Oct. 2025
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Early next week looks fairly quiet and seasonable with the active storm track remaining well to the north.—
March 20,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Humans evolved in an atmosphere where carbon dioxide remained fairly steady, at around 300 parts per million, or ppm.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Sensibly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensibly. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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