sensibly

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Recent Examples of sensibly Even so, more than 70% of teens have used AI companions and half use them regularly, according to a recent study from Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that studies and advocates for using screens and digital media sensibly. Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025 The inexperienced head coach has sensibly made only minor tweaks since taking over, sticking with the compact, direct football that has served Brentford so well. Phil Hay, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025 Planning for stability is critical, yet often underrated by early-stage founders who may not know how to forecast costs, time cash flows or structure compensation sensibly. Anuradha Gupta, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sensibly
Adverb
  • At the same time, the plan prudently addresses retention of Tesla’s visionary leader through vesting periods of up to 10 years after the grant date.
    Shane Goodwin, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Could Lightfighter – and the imitators likely to follow – even raise interest in track riding, in a world where modern sportbike performance long ago outpaced what could be exploited prudently on public roads?
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • The goal isn’t just to move faster, but wisely, toward a world that can sustain the journey.
    Chelsea Haney October 25, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Partnering with nonprofits, developers, and CHDOs ensures resources are used wisely while protecting neighborhoods and strengthening our community.
    Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • If potential gaming can be addressed, the program should also be expanded judiciously.
    Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Always use jokes and humor judiciously.
    Anne Sugar, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Or asked the hotel to discreetly address the, uh, situation.
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
  • These technologies enable Russia to monitor naval activity discreetly and potentially prepare for disruption of critical sea routes, including energy and communication cables.
    Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • In their wake, many Americans are justifiably alarmed and shocked by the scale of government force.
    Josiah Bates, Time, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Mix in front-office executives assuring playing time to certain players, regardless of performance, and turmoil in the clubhouse could have easily brewed — and justifiably so.
    Katie Woo, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • If Halligan wasn’t validly appointed, the indictment may be legally void.
    Cassandra Burke Robertson, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • In the first fight, Dern edged out two rounds to take a 29-28 decision, winning the first round fairly comfortably on the feet and outlanding Jandiroba 28-19.
    Brett Appley, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Yet over a decade later, the constitution remains provisional and there is no clear agreement on how the central government in Mogadishu shares power with Somalia’s seven member states—some of which operate fairly autonomously.
    Omar S Mahmood, Time, 24 Oct. 2025

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“Sensibly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sensibly. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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