Pragmatically
adverb
Thinking about things in a practical, sensible and reasonable way instead of being guided by theoretical or ideological reasons.
She approached the problem pragmatically, focusing on slight changes that could make a big difference.
Often appears as...
- approach pragmatically
- deal pragmatically
adverb
Thinking about things in a practical, sensible and reasonable way instead of being guided by theoretical or ideological reasons.
She approached the problem pragmatically, focusing on slight changes that could make a big difference.
Often appears as...
- approach pragmatically
- deal pragmatically
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Pro Tip 1/3Real-world Orientation
Use 'pragmatically' to express a focus on real-world outcomes and effectiveness, rather than hypothetical ideas.
They pragmatically opted for a solution that worked well in other companies.
Pro Tip 2/3Non-Theoretical
'Pragmatically' often implies that actions or decisions are made without romantic or idealistic influences.
Despite his love for the old building, he pragmatically decided to tear it down for safety.
Pro Tip 3/3Adaptability Sign
Suggests someone is willing to adapt to changing circumstances in a sensible way, rather than sticking rigidly to a plan.
When the data didn't fit the model, she pragmatically adjusted her approach.
Compare with
efficientlogicalpracticalrationalrealisticallysensible
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Noah Feldman: Politics...
who are deeply skeptical about whether we should go to war in the first place. Those who oppose the war ought to realize that if a war happens, it cannot be the right strategy, either pragmatically, or spiritually, or morally, to say after the war,
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The rise and fall of the...
the Basic Treaty of 1972 recognized East Germany pragmatically while West Germany retained its hope for eventual reunification. Although the Eastern regime gradually allowed family visits, it tried to discourage people from exercising these rights
Video examples
Noah Feldman: Politics...
who are deeply skeptical about whether we should go to war in the first place. Those who oppose the war ought to realize that if a war happens, it cannot be the right strategy, either pragmatically, or spiritually, or morally, to say after the war,
Video examples
The rise and fall of the...
the Basic Treaty of 1972 recognized East Germany pragmatically while West Germany retained its hope for eventual reunification. Although the Eastern regime gradually allowed family visits, it tried to discourage people from exercising these rights
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Quote examples
Liam Cunningham
Irish Actor
I've always loved movies, so I tried to get into an acting school. I saw an ad for the Oscar school on the back of 'The Irish Times,' and I went along for an audition, very pragmatically, to see if I could do it or not.
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Gary Johnson
American Politician
Would the world be a better place if all drugs were legalized tomorrow? Absolutely. But pragmatically speaking, you're not going to go from the criminalization of all drugs to the legalization of drugs overnight.
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Charli XCX
British Musician
I still maintain the fact that when I write songs, I don't know what I'm doing. I don't think about it pragmatically. I say what's in my brain, and sometimes it's great, and sometimes it's terrible.
Quote examples
Liam Cunningham
Irish Actor
I've always loved movies, so I tried to get into an acting school. I saw an ad for the Oscar school on the back of 'The Irish Times,' and I went along for an audition, very pragmatically, to see if I could do it or not.
Quote examples
Gary Johnson
American Politician
Would the world be a better place if all drugs were legalized tomorrow? Absolutely. But pragmatically speaking, you're not going to go from the criminalization of all drugs to the legalization of drugs overnight.
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Charli XCX
British Musician
I still maintain the fact that when I write songs, I don't know what I'm doing. I don't think about it pragmatically. I say what's in my brain, and sometimes it's great, and sometimes it's terrible.
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