prosaic
Example Sentences
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The implication is these disasters are being deliberately engineered, but Loader believes the causes have more prosaic roots, and have their origins in economics.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
But a new report argues that the real engine of Indian generosity is far more prosaic - and vastly larger.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
As the pair do some sightseeing, share meals and otherwise fill their days with prosaic acts, more than 30 minutes of screen time elapses in what amounts to stage-setting.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
Frank's prosaic tactics have irritated Tottenham fans and some are already calling for his dismissal.
From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026
In the country’s largest cities, otherwise prosaic services have been transformed into status symbols simply because of the price tag.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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