shrewd
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On X, there’s a debate about whether Berkshire’s CEO, Greg Abel, made a shrewd move in buying the Alphabet stock.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
The 56-year-old Iranian American, who grew up in Los Angeles, is the architect of shrewd moves that have brought Paramount within reach of its blockbuster merger that would redefine Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
A bit more examination reveals that Rory’s heavily mortgaged ancestral manse is ripe for foreclosure, so the shrewd Birdie and a few new acquaintances step in with an unorthodox plan to stop such proceedings.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
That is an area where James has often been scrutinised, but it is clear she has developed better game awareness and become tactically more shrewd.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Robin, who had been twisting his brown fingers in the silk-fine threads which fell about his face, gave them a shrewd tug and scrambled to his feet “Now, John,” he said, seeing them at once.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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