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prudent

[prood-nt] / ˈprud nt /


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Wise leadership, prudent judgment, strategic patience, the maintenance of alliances, domestic cohesion, promotion of economic dynamism—these are all choices that trump destiny in the pursuit of national greatness.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

“All in, we take somewhat of a prudent approach into both prints,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

There is nothing revolutionary about Stripling’s message: limit the flashy spending now in favor of prudent savings and investment, so you can grow your money through and beyond your career.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

“I think it’s prudent to see evidence of actual orders before starting to model out a China revenue opportunity,” William Blair’s Sebastian Naji said.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

The proctors felt it prudent that the people who cleaned and cooked in the dorms did so in buildings other than their own.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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