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Recent Examples of well-advised
Seasoned investors would be well-advised to study this case study of behavioral inflection before the market catches up.
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Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
While Apple’s own Lockdown Mode is genuinely extreme, Google’s Advanced Protection Mode is more sensible and is well-advised for many Android users to tighten their security.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Kennedy would have been well-advised to spend more time reading his own agency’s report before citing it at his news conference.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
Trump himself recently said the Fed’s opting last week to hold rates steady was well-advised, after earlier slamming the central bank hours after its decision.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Policymakers on Capitol Hill would be well-advised to first point out this reality to voters, who then will outright demand that Congress act.
—Ryan Ellis, National Review, 31 Jan. 2025
The Bulls would be well-advised to not undersell Dosunmu as an asset — but flipping a former deep second-round pick for positive assets is worth the negotiations for a team in the rebuilding stage.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
The media is well-advised to take a page from the judicial rule book and understand that more restrained reporting may serve the public better.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Oct. 2024
Democrats and Republicans alike would be well-advised to chill — if only to demonstrate an allegiance to this democratic republic and its bedrock principles of freedom and liberty for all.
—Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2024
Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
While Apple’s own Lockdown Mode is genuinely extreme, Google’s Advanced Protection Mode is more sensible and is well-advised for many Android users to tighten their security.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Kennedy would have been well-advised to spend more time reading his own agency’s report before citing it at his news conference.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
Trump himself recently said the Fed’s opting last week to hold rates steady was well-advised, after earlier slamming the central bank hours after its decision.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Policymakers on Capitol Hill would be well-advised to first point out this reality to voters, who then will outright demand that Congress act.
—Ryan Ellis, National Review, 31 Jan. 2025
The Bulls would be well-advised to not undersell Dosunmu as an asset — but flipping a former deep second-round pick for positive assets is worth the negotiations for a team in the rebuilding stage.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
The media is well-advised to take a page from the judicial rule book and understand that more restrained reporting may serve the public better.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Oct. 2024
Democrats and Republicans alike would be well-advised to chill — if only to demonstrate an allegiance to this democratic republic and its bedrock principles of freedom and liberty for all.
—Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 14 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-advised
Adjective
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Hope alone isn’t prudent in the pursuit of a playoff spot or division title.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Stars win, no matter how prudent the finances are with the overall roster.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Aug. 2025
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That caution proved wise, as the photos of young Mohammad turned out to be highly misleading.—
Seth Mandel,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Aug. 2025
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But for VCs like me, the wisest choice right now is to back the startups making healthcare systems more proactive, preventative, and fair – for everyone.—
Check Warner MBE,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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So Bull does what any sensible, testicle-loving mutt would do.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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Leeds United & Burnley A Championship title, 100 points, sensible owners, Elland Road redevelopment plans and seven new signings worth around £75million ($101m) before the end of July.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But the Dolphins must still be judicious with Daniels.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
29 July 2025
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The Padres didn’t get a chance to be that judicious against left-hander Cristopher Sánchez in the nightcap.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Batteries, in particular, have been locked down to a single supplier to keep costs sane.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
31 July 2025
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Starting July 22, the focus shifts to wellness, logistics and the little habits that keep you sane (or not).—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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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.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
17 Sep. 2024
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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
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“Well-advised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-advised. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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