as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
farsighted conservationists long ago realized that wilderness areas of breathtaking beauty needed to be protected from future development
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Recent Examples of farsighted
As the United States begins the Herculean task of digging itself out from the worst economic downturn in generations, policy makers need to focus on rebuilding in smart and farsighted ways, and that means cutting unnecessary and wasteful spending whenever possible.
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Elliott Negin, Scientific American, 14 Sep. 2020
Just look at Warren Buffett’s farsighted investment in Israel–a country that has become a tech superpower despite facing existential risk–during the Lebanon War of 2006.
—Eric Braverman, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2023
Modern architecture was introduced to Portland almost a century ago by Pietro Belluschi, John Yeon and other farsighted architects influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright.
—oregonlive, 29 Sep. 2022
Rose Marcario doesn’t work in the outdoor industry anymore, but her influence hasn’t waned—a testament to her vision and farsighted leadership.
—Andrew Weaver, Outside Online, 1 Feb. 2022
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Elliott Negin, Scientific American, 14 Sep. 2020
Just look at Warren Buffett’s farsighted investment in Israel–a country that has become a tech superpower despite facing existential risk–during the Lebanon War of 2006.
—Eric Braverman, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2023
Modern architecture was introduced to Portland almost a century ago by Pietro Belluschi, John Yeon and other farsighted architects influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright.
—oregonlive, 29 Sep. 2022
Rose Marcario doesn’t work in the outdoor industry anymore, but her influence hasn’t waned—a testament to her vision and farsighted leadership.
—Andrew Weaver, Outside Online, 1 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farsighted
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By recommending a cautious approach, Decentralized Masters enabled its members to make informed decisions in a volatile market.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Trump's call for an immediate ceasefire went beyond the public policy stands taken by the Biden administration and Ukraine and drew a cautious response from Zelenskyy.ELLEN KNICKMEYER AND JOANNA KOZLOWSKA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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After that, Buckley seemed more careful about positioning, doing his best to keep the action in the open while not allowing Covington to close in and work from the clinch.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Behind, kids are hoisted — careful with that hot chocolate!Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
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The Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2023 showcases a growing desire in Congress for the United States to take a more proactive role in leading the world in blockchain technology.Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The study's authors stressed that there is no immediate cause for alarm but urged proactive measures to track H5N1's evolution.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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The company also announced visionary product updates this year that focused on scaling globally, including enhancements to Stripe Billing and expanded in-person payment capabilities.TrueBridge Capital, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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The movie centers on Seth Brundle (Goldblum), a visionary scientist who suffers a mishap during a teleportation experiment, leading him to slowly and gruesomely transform into a human-fly hybrid.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Dec. 2024
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And, whereas the Republicans romanticize a bygone world, the R.N. is keen to present itself as a forward-looking concern.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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In recent decades, the capital has transformed into a global hub, shaped by rapid advancements in technology, infrastructure, and forward-looking cultural initiatives.The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Farsighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farsighted. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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