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practical

[prak-ti-kuhl] / ˈpræk tɪ kəl /




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People often think supporting someone through grief needs to be an act of emotional labor, but offering practical help is equally important.

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

Barring an unexpected pivot by the SEC, practical considerations are fast approaching for investors and companies alike.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

Mouse House is hiring PhD-level talent to study “computer graphics and AI” for Pixar and Disney films, people to “bridge the gap between research and practical studio application.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

The practical nature of the placement also helped Kelsey build her confidence.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

On the first day of class, I put on my navy-blue dress and practical shoes and walked over to campus.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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