1
as in carefulness
a close attentiveness to avoiding danger
advised to use some old-fashioned prudence when agreeing to meet face-to-face with an online acquaintance
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as in expediency
suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
prudence would call for a little more caution in such a delicate situation
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as in wisdom
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
in the long run, prudence will pay off more often than taking wild risks
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Recent Examples of prudence
There is a fine line between prudence and penny-pinching.
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
What a mistake to penalize prudence with a tax levied on retirement savers acting with extraordinary prudence.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
That record is a testament to the party’s pragmatism and prudence.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
Otherwise, there needs to be prudence, since the Heat are poised to potentially get back in the cap-space race in the 2026 offseason, when the contracts of Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier come off the books.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2025
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
What a mistake to penalize prudence with a tax levied on retirement savers acting with extraordinary prudence.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
That record is a testament to the party’s pragmatism and prudence.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
Otherwise, there needs to be prudence, since the Heat are poised to potentially get back in the cap-space race in the 2026 offseason, when the contracts of Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier come off the books.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prudence
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Rather than being viewed as a competitive threat, AI and machine learning can and should be used as tools to gain efficiency and expediency.—
Ulrik Juul Christensen,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Everything is done in the interest of political expediency and what looks good on paper.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2025
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The wisdom distilled in those lines, Brook personally handed over to a younger generation.—
Ron Grossman,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
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However, an additional layer of wisdom has significantly enriched my perspective: Stoicism.—
Davide Sartini,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The central bank’s caution could lead to more conflict between the Fed and the Trump administration.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2025
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The shelter shut down out of an abundance of caution, Long said, to ensure no other dogs showed symptoms or tested positive.—
Shaela Foster,
Baltimore Sun,
6 May 2025
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All the Gemstones’ senses of grandeur are stunning and don’t quite match up to what’s happening.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
4 May 2025
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Traveling the world to exotic destinations can be filled with excitement along with a sense of wonder and discovery.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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While this action may have appeared unusual to outsiders who are accustomed to immediate access to basic goods and services, this show of resilience and care—not to mention incredible physical and logistical coordination—was not a surprise to many.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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The first stop in Miami brought together powerful voices where culture, advocacy, and community care intersect.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
3 May 2025
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Redemptive leadership at this level means designing for legacy, not expedience.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The 2024-25 budget is a prime example of such political expedience.—
Dan Walters,
The Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2025
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With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
1 May 2025
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As Mortensen talked, her children cut in, sharing stories about their mother’s influence and wit.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
30 Apr. 2025
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But what this incident has not ruined is Louise’s desirability, despite her marital status.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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This is due, in part, to the end-of-the-world setting of the show, rendering his romantic desirability as a sort of gag.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Prudence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudence. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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