clearheaded

Example Sentences

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Deciding to rent first allows you to settle in slowly, let the early enthusiasm pass and put yourself in a position to make clearheaded decisions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

“But he was also not so clearheaded in his vision of the world as many of his modern defenders would like to make him out to be.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

I profusely thanked them, but am glad my friend who was with me was more clearheaded and offered them a cash tip.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2024

I was sobered then, and remain clearheaded now, about the threats of a loaded gun in the hands of someone who lacks skill in handling firearms.

From Washington Post • Jun. 24, 2022

I much preferred to be alert and clearheaded.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi