wise man
Example Sentences
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The portrait is appealing, but the author too often relies on ancient writers who were themselves captivated by the ideal of a wise man in power.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026
"Even though some of his promises haven't been kept, I'm counting on him. He's a wise man with a wealth of experience and a long track record."
From Barron's • Oct. 9, 2025
The voice said they had realised Mahmoud was a "wise man" after the events of that morning, which is why they were calling him again.
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2023
It’s a high bar, but, as a wise man once said, “Taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse. If you’re comfortable while you’re doing it, you’re probably doing it wrong.”
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2023
“The boy was embarrassed, and confessed that he had observed nothing. His only concern had been not to spill the oil that the wise man had entrusted to him. “
From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
