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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
a desirable location for the new house
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Recent Examples of desirable
Why Kids May Seem ‘Worse’ for One Parent Zishan Khan, MD, is aware of reports that children act differently with one parent, and that mothers often bear the brunt of less desirable behaviors.
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 28 Mar. 2025
With styles like the 740 and 530, leading the way, and desirable collaborations, like the ongoing partnership with Miu Miu, New Balance has further solidified its position as a highly desirable choice, season after season, in the sneaker space.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
In today’s political ecosystem, any form of internet notoriety might be desirable.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2025
The addition of new locations to a retail chain can be an employee benefit in itself, as employees may have the opportunity to work at a more desirable location or swap shifts across more stores to maximize schedule flexibility.
—Michael Spataro, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 28 Mar. 2025
With styles like the 740 and 530, leading the way, and desirable collaborations, like the ongoing partnership with Miu Miu, New Balance has further solidified its position as a highly desirable choice, season after season, in the sneaker space.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025
In today’s political ecosystem, any form of internet notoriety might be desirable.
—Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2025
The addition of new locations to a retail chain can be an employee benefit in itself, as employees may have the opportunity to work at a more desirable location or swap shifts across more stores to maximize schedule flexibility.
—Michael Spataro, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
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The Buffs get Disney to air their spring game and the NFL to air what’s more or less a sexier version of the old Presidential Physical Fitness Test.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2025
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Here are five players the Vikings should target: Will Fries, guard Not the sexiest name out there by any means, Fries might be the best interior offensive lineman available.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Her action was no surprise—judges don’t tend to be well disposed toward efforts to bump them off cases, which is why prudent litigants are wary of making such requests.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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Not all stocks will weather the storm equally, but undervalued, dividend-paying companies—particularly those with strong balance sheets and a track record of prudent capital discipline—are well-positioned to navigate the turbulence.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Lieu has been one of the key reasons for El Cerrito’s hot start.—
Christian Babcock,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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The script, from first-time feature writer Nora Garrett, was a hot property among readers in recent years.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Word to the wise: the end credits are more like a Marvel movie as they are interrupted by a longish extra scene that includes a special cast member, blues legend Buddy Guy, plus yet another musical number at the end of credits.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Getting another running back on Day 3 is a wise move, and getting Deion Sanders into the Cowboys’ stratosphere at No. 239 will certainly make Jerry Jones smile.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Fans began speculating about a possible Thug album dropping later that night.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The six-year initiative, ending in November 2025, aims to shed light on the possible timeframes during which Mars might have been warm and wet, covered in glaciers, and maybe even suitable for life.—
Jonathan O’Callaghan,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For a man who, by his own admission, struggles to find emotional balance, Pereira has gone a considerable way towards restoring a tactical one by sacrificing a little of the attacking freedom O’Neil created in exchange for more defensive control.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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The best fractional partners should be able to demonstrate not just tactical execution but also strategic planning that aligns with your business objectives.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Delaying the pruning of this shrubby perennial until early or mid-March is advisable.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
18 Jan. 2025
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Using an institutional trustee who is perhaps more likely to adhere to all trust formalities then a family trustee is probably advisable.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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