practical

Example Sentences

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In practical terms, this gave them a way to turn the hidden structure of the W state into a measurable signal.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

The announcement of the crisis house opening in Swindon comes on Mental Health Awareness Week, an annual UK-wide campaign that challenges stigma and promotes practical actions people can take to support their own wellbeing.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Agricultural trade will be one of the few areas where both sides have practical reasons to cooperate: China needs food security and diversified supplies, while the U.S. farm sector needs demand and stable income.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

We have different names for it depending on the culture and era: Italy’s cucina povera, Depression-era “waste not, want not” cooking, the deeply practical art of stretching ingredients without making dinner feel bleak.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

He uses phrases like “mutual respect” and “exemplary manners,” while people slump in their seats and yawn, waiting for practical information like grading or homework policies.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan