What does "Sensible" mean?

practical and reasonable

Synonym: practical, reasonable Opposite: irrational, foolish

"Sensible" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

So long, elegant, yet welcoming home in westchester With a sensible mortgage I can handle Without dipping into my savings.

How I Met Your Mother S5E12

I will pre-disable the smoke detectors so you don't set it off when you shimmy out of those sensible wide-leg trousers.

Modern Family S8E12

No, no, it's actually quite sensible.

Notting Hill

Oh, do be sensible, there were no explosives in her little house.

Sherlock S4E3

Yes, that seems very sensible.

The Crown S1E10

I changed it to a sensible sedan.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E22

maybe we should all just drink sensible portions of milk.

Parks and Recreation S4E18

"Sensible" in TV shows & movies

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