prosaic
Example Sentences
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The blending of the prosaic with the philosophical creates a recasting of Plato’s cave allegory, though Ms. Day’s proximate influences often seem more postmodern.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
The "Banjska incident" is a prosaic label for one of the most dramatic, dangerous and deadly days Kosovo has seen since it unilaterally declared independence from Serbia in 2008.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
Right now, however, the economy is reliant on something more prosaic: fishing and a recent surge in investment to build new airports.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 15, 2026
Frank's prosaic tactics have irritated Tottenham fans and some are already calling for his dismissal.
From Barron's ● Jan. 6, 2026
Francie thought her diary would be like that, but excepting for some romantic observations on Harold Clarence, actor, the entries were prosaic.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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