shortsighted

Example Sentences

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Those concerns are shortsighted and the selloff presents an opportunity for investors.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Samantha Stevens, a Los Angeles political consultant and former legislative staffer, said she is worried the proposed changes are a shortsighted solution to address police abuses that will create another layer of bureaucracy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

This strategy may prove as shortsighted as it is ugly.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2026

The primary loser of such an admissions cap would be American universities, which, through shortsighted financial management, have become dependent on foreign students who pay full tuition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

The nurse declared her severely shortsighted and sent Mom a note saying she needed glasses.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls