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as in insight
the ability to understand inner qualities or relationships
with age and experience comes wisdom—hopefully neither book learning nor simple intelligence should be confused with wisdom
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as in science
a body of facts learned by study or experience
the orientation meetings will provide the company's old hands with an opportunity to pass on their wisdom to the new employees
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as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
had overstayed her welcome and lacked the wisdom to know it
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as in desirability
suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
wondered about the wisdom of hiring such an inexperienced girl to care for the children
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Recent Examples of wisdom
Perry was just four months from his 80th birthday, yet still regularly attended a local gymnasium to lift weights and impart wisdom on other gymgoers.
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Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
And there is wisdom in this instinct.
—Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026
Smith’s own career is a testament to the wisdom of his advice.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 15 June 2026
Some supporters will be questioning the wisdom of pursuing Van Hecke with Vuskovic waiting in the wings for an opportunity.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 12 June 2026
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Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
And there is wisdom in this instinct.
—Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026
Smith’s own career is a testament to the wisdom of his advice.
—Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 15 June 2026
Some supporters will be questioning the wisdom of pursuing Van Hecke with Vuskovic waiting in the wings for an opportunity.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wisdom
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As gardens contributed to the beauty and splendor of Hadrian’s Villa, the latest discoveries offer an unprecedented insight into how these green spaces were organized and maintained.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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The firm’s quantum services are timely guideposts for where the technology is in terms of readiness, what industry demand looks like, and how others can use these insights to plan their quantum strategy.—
Dr. Jonathan Reichental,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Yet the German coach’s words also tapped into the science of mindset, or how our beliefs and expectations about an experience can shape physiological, psychological and behavioral outcomes.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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This change has fundamentally revolutionized the pace of innovation—shifting us away from incremental advances and toward more rapid, system-level transformations across science and engineering.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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This raised interest rates to punishing levels just as fiscal prudence was being tossed aside.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
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Strength and prudence are not the same thing.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2026
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Providing access to this information earlier breaks down silos and supports more balanced trade‑offs between desirability, feasibility, profitability and environmental impact—ultimately leading to better products and more responsible development practices.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Cities were evaluated for value, quality of life, desirability and job market strength.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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To OutKick/Fox News Digital’s knowledge, the question to Johnson ahead of Game 5 was the first time a media member brought up the controversy to one of the involved parties.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Qatari negotiators, in coordination with the United States, have flown to Tehran Sunday morning to help facilitate the finalization of the agreement, a source with knowledge of the situation told CNN.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The restaurant, which has held its Michelin star for more than 20 years—no small feat in the finicky world of fine dining—continues to draw diners with seasonal course menus, shaped by local suppliers and produce from the estate gardens, as well as its service and sense of occasion.—
Lindsay Cohn,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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In the case of the Kiawah Island home, that meant breaking with period convention and lining the view side with window walls, and incorporating a variety of ceiling treatments to help define living spaces (and introduce a sense of scale) within the open plan.—
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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In both countries, investment outcomes depend heavily on national conditions, including the strength of capital markets, workforce, infrastructure, and the judiciousness of laws and regulations.—
SADEK WAHBA,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Sep. 2025
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Most recently, his stunning lead performance in Project Hail Mary captivated audiences around the world, proving his extraordinary ability to carry a film with grace, wit, and profound emotional power.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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The event, which was attended by the players' family and close friends, featured a performance by A Boogie wit da Hoodie and a champagne toast by star point guard Brunson with his teammates.—
Erin Clements,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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“Wisdom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wisdom. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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