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pragmatism

[prag-muh-tiz-uhm] / ˈpræg məˌtɪz əm /


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In Mr. Payne’s estimation, Franco was the “most successful dictator of modern times,” one whose “creative pragmatism” over 36 years produced stability and, eventually, transformative economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal

Gold’s price is representative of a market that is tempering optimism with pragmatism.

From MarketWatch

Mr. Sharaa’s past warrants skepticism, which makes concrete signs of pragmatism all the more important today.

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Anyone who reads the whole speech can see the Gipper favored free trade, with rare exceptions for political pragmatism and national security.

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Will his newfound pragmatism continue after the vote?

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