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
This is not advisable, as the difference between levels one and two for both metrics is a spike in difficulty that will take players by surprise.
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Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
If this is the case, borrowing is advisable to avoid disrupting operations.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Anything’s possible, but not everything’s advisable.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
To make art that purposefully lies to its viewers right now is arguably not an advisable choice.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 24 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
If this is the case, borrowing is advisable to avoid disrupting operations.
—Rohit Arora, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Anything’s possible, but not everything’s advisable.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
To make art that purposefully lies to its viewers right now is arguably not an advisable choice.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
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Washington State's prudent financial governance stands in stark contrast to Washington DC's struggle with fiscal discipline.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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In each case, Simon stresses that best-available player not only is the safest approach but also the most prudent.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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There is no obvious spot for two more games on the opening weekend that would provide a desirable, exclusive TV window.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Dear Liz: My husband and I built a home on a hillside over 30 years ago in a desirable neighborhood with a beautiful view.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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Considering Micah Parsons, Trey Hendrickson and T.J. Watt are all in line for new deals soon, getting something done with Hutchinson sooner rather than later would be wise.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Which is wiser: Spending money on more firefighting resources after wildfires break out and absorbing the extraordinary cost of damages, or investing in technologies and training to prevent wildfires from happening in the first place?—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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If the patient is a child, the conversation will involve the family or caregiver when possible.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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The betting is on when another tightening move is possible.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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