be practical
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To be sensible and realistic.
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- We need to be practical about the costs of the project.
- It wouldn't be practical to buy a new car right now.
- Please be practical and consider the time constraints.
- The solution must be practical enough for everyone to use.
- I'm trying to be practical, but it's hard to ignore my emotions.
- Is it being practical to expect results in just one week?
- You have to be practical when choosing a career path.
- It is simply not practical to carry so much luggage on the bus.
- The architect tried to be practical while maintaining a modern design.
- Let's be practical: we can't afford to lose any more money.