as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it's never advisable to ride double on a bicycle
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Recent Examples of advisable
Changing circumstances and life stages—career, parenting, retirement—affect insurance needs, so reviewing them every year or two is advisable.
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Janet Arzt, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
Still, improving the corner depth would be advisable.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Although the company has made efforts to address these concerns, a cautious approach is advisable when assessing SMCI stock.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That said, backups are always advisable when using beta software.
—ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Janet Arzt, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
Still, improving the corner depth would be advisable.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 16 June 2025
Although the company has made efforts to address these concerns, a cautious approach is advisable when assessing SMCI stock.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
That said, backups are always advisable when using beta software.
—ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
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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Highland Ventures is ready to transform 525 N. Tryon into a more desirable office space after purchasing the building in May for $24 million.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
2 July 2025
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Lack of charging infrastructure makes used electric vehicles less desirable than gas cars to some car buyers.—
Charles Singh,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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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This new licensing platform expands our ability to reach and engage our fan community on Roblox in the deepest way possible – by working directly with them!—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Curiously, there was no representative from Prince William and Kate Middleton in the talks, and reports indicate the two are approaching the possible reconciliation carefully.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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