sane

Example Sentences

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"It keeps me sane, keeps my mind at ease," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

But reasonable observers can admit that any sane policy will, to a greater or lesser degree, look ugly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

We need the lull to keep us sane, and more importantly, give us time to settle within our own bodies and minds.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

Is there a way to stay sane and committed in a role you would rather ditch while waiting for a new chance to come around?

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

A sane person would have reveled in seeing Marcus brought so low, but I hated him that way.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson