be practical

Frequency: 9.085.0 per million words

To be sensible and realistic.

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Examples (10)

  • 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.