judicious

Example Sentences

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Famed stage and screen director Mike Nichols made judicious cuts, Idle said, though occasionally changed his mind.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

He told the president he could go even farther than Ronald Reagan, which, in this context, is an interesting statement, since Reagan rattled some sabers initially but actually made the judicious decision to withdraw.

From Salon • Mar. 10, 2026

“While some affluent households continued to spend freely through the holidays, most consumers were far more judicious and relied increasingly on credit and savings drawdowns to sustain outlays.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 10, 2026

"We are going to run the country until such time as we can do a safe, proper and judicious transition," he said.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

The teacher was dark and pretty, and by a judicious raising or withholding of hands the twins had no worries.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck