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
For investors caught between FOMO and financial prudence, even Goldman suggests hedging your bets.
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Jackie Snow, Quartz, 10 Mar. 2025
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
Furthermore, the mismanagement of the finances of his ex-wife, former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, adds another layer of doubt regarding his financial prudence and judgment.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
The two officials were elected last March on a platform of change and fiscal prudence.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
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Jackie Snow, Quartz, 10 Mar. 2025
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
Furthermore, the mismanagement of the finances of his ex-wife, former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, adds another layer of doubt regarding his financial prudence and judgment.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
The two officials were elected last March on a platform of change and fiscal prudence.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prudence
Noun
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Create clear, consistent guidelines for public participation that prioritize citizen engagement over procedural expediency.—
Josue Sierra,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Feb. 2025
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The central bank, however, has consistently maintained its independence, which is essential for crafting policies that consider long-term economic stability over political expediency.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
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Socrates warned that putting words on paper would destroy memory, weaken wisdom, and dull the human mind.—
Ann Kowal Smith,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Until Black Panther’s record breaking $235 million opening, conventional industry wisdom held that films with predominantly Black casts typically underperform financially overseas.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Our only word of caution: Those memories and videos live on.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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Larson led 411 of 500 laps during a race that had just one natural caution.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2025
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That has always been part of the Trumpist package of maybe not ideas in the sense of grand philosophies but certainly cultural ideas.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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His sharp sense of storytelling and visionary approach to content has consistently set him apart as a true leader.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Vatican May Have Ever So Slightly Softened Its Stance on Trans People Doctrine chief Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández discussed the viability of gender dysphoria, while still condemning gender-affirming care, in a speech at a theological conference in Cologne in February, CNN reports.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
21 Apr. 2025
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Despite the care taken, those ready-to-wear initial papal vestments didn't always do the trick.—
Christopher Watson,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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Comments Million Dollar Secret finalists take on laser beams, sewing needles, and a battle of wits.—
Jillian Sederholm,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Emmy-award-winning series somehow managed to merge sharp wit with wholehearted sincerity, reminding us that, in the end, family is what makes life truly special, no matter how chaotic or comical things can be.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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All of this signifies that these schools have established their standing among the most competitive in the nation, both in terms of their desirability and selectivity.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Farnan recommends shopping quartz and granite for the best balance of cost and desirability.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Prudence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prudence. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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