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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
a desirable location for the new house
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Recent Examples of desirable
In the high-achieving countries noted earlier, teachers typically earn as much as other college graduates (Singapore pegs salaries to those of engineers), and are treated with great respect, so teaching is a desirable career.
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Linda Darling-Hammond, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Parking won’t be a hassle here – a two-car garage and driveway provide space for family and guests, rare in this desirable Medford locale.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
Meanwhile, according to McKinsey, the need for time management, resilience, and a learning mindset are desirable skills both in the C-suite and in sports.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 June 2025
These two effects are desirable for reducing heart health risks.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 June 2025
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Linda Darling-Hammond, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025
Parking won’t be a hassle here – a two-car garage and driveway provide space for family and guests, rare in this desirable Medford locale.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
Meanwhile, according to McKinsey, the need for time management, resilience, and a learning mindset are desirable skills both in the C-suite and in sports.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 June 2025
These two effects are desirable for reducing heart health risks.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
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According to costume designer Joanna Johnston, this was a compromise; director Richard Curtis had envisioned a sexier, barer outfit.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
17 June 2025
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According to consumer insight company OnePoll, the original television commercial with Gandy was considered one of the sexiest of all time in a study published in 2008.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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Adding another inside linebacker or two would be prudent, and Michigan has players on the board who could fill that need.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Further, the company has been prudent in allocating its resources towards innovation and marketing focused on its flagship product, unlike big conglomerates who despite having deep pockets are unable to focus on a particular niche.—
Ankita Dhawan,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Without a hot fastball, even as a tease pitch, the tightrope becomes slimmer.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 July 2025
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Ahead of the show, Kardashian arrived in Paris for a fitting, turning heads in a hot pink figure-hugging dress with a plunging halter neckline and cutout detail.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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In hindsight that decision may not have been the wisest.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
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Demonstrating a talent for working in fluent french peppered with a british accent, the actor delivers one of his most indelible acting turns as the sly, wry, and wise business mogul-turned- butler who finds new purpose in life working on the other side of the fence.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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The operator lands their FPV by the side of a track or on a rooftop and waits for possible targets, alerted either by a spotter drone or using the drone’s own camera.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Arkansas State Police will have as many officers on patrol as possible to be visible and monitor for DWI drivers as well as reckless drivers, said Capt. Brad Lann of Arkansas State Police.—
Harley Walls,
Arkansas Online,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman (Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
8 July 2025
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Most recently, a gunman in tactical gear opened fire on a Border Patrol facility in Texas.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
8 July 2025
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Despite the company’s efforts to address these issues, caution is advisable when considering SMCI stock.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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As with any dietary change, consulting with a healthcare provider is advisable to determine the most suitable approach for your health goals.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
25 June 2025
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://x0upouf933.proxynodejs.usequeue.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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