sensibly

Example Sentences

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“The argument is nuanced, and perhaps over nuanced, but there are important principles that have to be balanced and I believe we do so as sensibly and thoughtfully as is possible,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Messrs. Dutkiewicz and Rosenberg sensibly argue that a vast modern society can only be fed safely and affordably by means of an efficient, industrial-scale food-production apparatus—which is exactly what we are fortunate to have.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The huge run up in memory stocks and increasing investment means investors are sensibly wary of anything that might indicate the cycle will turn and lead to a glut.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Bar a drive off Boland for six, Brook played sensibly until he edged Cameron Green's second ball.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

Bridges, because they are usually sensibly planned civil-engineering projects, are only built to go over things—often, things with lots of water in them.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith