practical

Example Sentences

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But the pair of young couples are treating this practical business transaction between customer and caterer as their double date, lingering too long and asking for more wine, joking that they’re not quite certain yet.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

They eased mechanical strain, making it practical to run banks of elevators continuously, packing in larger workforces and turning vertical circulation into a scalable system rather than a bottleneck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Still, if you opt for a bunch of low-cost or practical things to fill out an Easter basket, it doesn’t hurt to throw in a splurge item or two.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

Although the possibilities are remarkable, most DNA robots today remain in early experimental stages and are better understood as proof of concept rather than practical tools.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

“We have a few preliminary questions before the practical demonstration. Your name, miss?”

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern