as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it's never advisable to ride double on a bicycle
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Recent Examples of advisable
In general, their use is not advisable.
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Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Waiting for the price to decline is generally not advisable.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The Heat training staff is charged with getting a player back as soon as feasible and advisable.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Not everything was advisable in the budget this group shepherded against the wishes of Johnson, who allowed the tax-and-spending plan to become law without his signature.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Waiting for the price to decline is generally not advisable.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The Heat training staff is charged with getting a player back as soon as feasible and advisable.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
Not everything was advisable in the budget this group shepherded against the wishes of Johnson, who allowed the tax-and-spending plan to become law without his signature.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for advisable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advisable
Adjective
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That move, which may have seemed prudent at the time, ended up killing off the TFG’s chances.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
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Local launch traffic will likely be heavy, so leaving yourself hours of flexibility is prudent.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Brushes, on the other hand, dry out much more quickly, creating a less desirable environment for bacteria to breed.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Build knowledge carefully, and desirable results should follow.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Straight men are just catching up, vanity-wise, and political opportunists have eagerly fed into their insecurities.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
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The obvious comparison would be Lily Allen’s West End Girl, another heartbreak concept album that captured the public imagination by aiming big, narrative-wise, stretching out the story song by song.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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If possible, set aside some time today to journal, listen to your favorite music, or just take a nap!—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Advisable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advisable. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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