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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
These voters are politically desirable across party lines.
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Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2026
This is a desirable look for some shots—the Air 3S, Mini 5 Pro, and other one-lens drones can disable roll correction to match this FPV effect.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
The destination for glamping — or glamorous camping — was named the most desirable Airbnb in North Carolina after the website studied its listings.
—Simone Jasper
updated April 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Follow label instructions carefully to avoid damaging desirable plants.
—Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
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Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2026
This is a desirable look for some shots—the Air 3S, Mini 5 Pro, and other one-lens drones can disable roll correction to match this FPV effect.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
The destination for glamping — or glamorous camping — was named the most desirable Airbnb in North Carolina after the website studied its listings.
—Simone Jasper
updated April 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Follow label instructions carefully to avoid damaging desirable plants.
—Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for desirable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable
Adjective
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The action has Kemp's signature sexy style and Abbott Elementaryfans will delight in seeing Law take on a much different role.—
Madeleine Janz,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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After 10 years of depriving us of their silky, sexy acoustic R&B sounds, only one thing is certain — the number of babies conceived after the show is sure to be off the charts.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And that’s allowing Fed policymakers to be prudent, waiting on the sidelines to see everything play out before making a call to raise or lower rates, as several of them have said in recent public speeches, particularly the officials who dissented this week.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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Trading back removed a lot of drama, but was the prudent way to go.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Provide afternoon shade for asters grown in hot climates.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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As a result, the wide, shallow bay, with its lacework of shoals and basins, grows hot and hypersaline, killing seagrass, fueling algae blooms and hurting the economy of the Keys.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Policymakers, especially here in Tokyo, would be wise to accept more foreign workers to plug labor gaps, but that’s not a durable answer on its own.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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Steinberg believes the fit will work out well football wise and business wise.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The company has raced to buy as much computing power as possible, making $600 billion in spending commitments last year.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Determined to rise to the occasion and work out every possible kink, Daisy sets out to resolve conflicts between the stews and in the galley.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Their first meeting in 2015, a tactical Mayweather victory in one of the most lucrative bouts in boxing history, has lingered as a stubborn footnote in Pacquiao’s otherwise untouchable résumé.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Graves worked in various roles during his tenure with the Police Department, including the narcotics unit, property crimes division, violent crime division, tactical unit and special investigations unit.—
Ben Wheeler
April 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Keep Up with Daily Tasks While day-of cleaning is unnecessary, keeping up with daily cleaning tasks is advisable.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations, delays, and unforeseen disruptions is also advisable, particularly given the potential for sudden airspace closures or route adjustments.—
Hana Al-Khodairi,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Desirable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirable. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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