ill-advised

Example Sentences

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“It’s going to be hard to make the case that this was ill-advised because the story turned out so well.”

From Slate • May 5, 2026

For their part, European leaders have come out staunchly against a war they weren’t consulted on, and which they see as both illegal and ill-advised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

During the second half when a Sierra Canyon player took an ill-advised shot, Chevalier shouted out, “What are you doing?”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

The sleeveless shirts, the cries of 'vamos!', the ill-advised buzzcut in New York all add to the theatre.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

The Kane family of Philadelphia was among many who lost large sums due to ill-advised investments.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock