as in logical
based on sound reasoning or information
the commonsense interpretation of this so-called mysterious sighting
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as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
common sense should tell you not to meet face-to-face with someone who is just an online acquaintance
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Recent Examples of commonsense
Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Until more is known about how plastic behaves inside our bodies, the researchers recommend taking common sense approaches like not using tea bags made from plastic, not heating food in plastic containers in the microwave, and shifting away from drinking out of plastic water bottles.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2025
Last month’s historic Supreme Court ruling underlines that assertion, moving it from the realm of common sense and common humanity into law.
—Raymond Pierce, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
When Todd tries to coax him out of the car, Indy at first refuses, displaying the sort of common sense that humans in horror films too often lack.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
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Noun
When will the party learn some common sense? Editorial: Donald Trump uses Democrats as stooges at address to Congress.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Until more is known about how plastic behaves inside our bodies, the researchers recommend taking common sense approaches like not using tea bags made from plastic, not heating food in plastic containers in the microwave, and shifting away from drinking out of plastic water bottles.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2025
Last month’s historic Supreme Court ruling underlines that assertion, moving it from the realm of common sense and common humanity into law.
—Raymond Pierce, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
When Todd tries to coax him out of the car, Indy at first refuses, displaying the sort of common sense that humans in horror films too often lack.
—Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commonsense
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Las Vegas had the worst rushing offense in the league last year, and with Geno Smith now tied down at quarterback, a running back would be a logical pick for new coach Pete Carroll.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2025
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Those used in the past decade (Nike’s Ordem, Merlin and Flight models) have seemingly been easier to curl in a natural, logical manner.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The company reported a strong quarter in early February but left its outlook unchanged for the rest of the year out of prudence and conservatism.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2025
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For investors caught between FOMO and financial prudence, even Goldman suggests hedging your bets.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In addition, corporations have to determine what a reasonable wage is, which typically requires the help of an accountant.—
Vlad Rusz,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Otherwise, the Bruins could try to get something reasonable in return on the open market.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mentoring is about passing along the wisdom learned from the successes and failures of one’s career to the next generation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Even perfectly legitimate laws can be enforced in ways that are harmful, and good governance requires the wisdom to enforce the law in ways that are consistent with other values.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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Migraine With Aura About 25% of people with migraines experience an aura, a temporary, reversible change in their senses.—
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN,
Health,
17 Mar. 2025
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Rather than surprising the audience with the plane crash that sets off Death’s design, each iteration of the script opens with a sense of foreboding that something is wrong.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Eros hates domesticity; Eros hates a sensible choice.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
18 Mar. 2025
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However, all the mysteries have so far been solved with sensible explanations.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Our people have a horse sense for what good work is.—
Beth Greenfield,
Fortune,
1 July 2024
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His words of wisdom are tinged with wit and old-fashioned horse sense.—
Valerie Fraser Luesse,
Southern Living,
2 Jan. 2024
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Even when the accusations are unfounded, even when the risks are small, the mere possibility of being a sucker can be psychologically potent enough to undermine a rational preference for cooperation.—
Tess Wilkinson-Ryan,
TIME,
18 Mar. 2025
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This all points to a more rational, less economically harmful climate policy, but, as always, there’s going to be litigation.—
The Editors,
National Review,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Commonsense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commonsense. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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