pragmatically

American

[prag-mat-ik-lee] / prægˈmæt ɪk li /

adverb

in a pragmatic way.
in relation to or in terms of pragmatics.

Example Sentences

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"This also affects the islands' attitude towards politics: They approach it pragmatically instead of ideologically, simply wanting the country to function well," the analyst explained.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Nonetheless, President Lincoln decided to pragmatically sidestep the legal contradictions and agreed in the summer of 1862 to a comprehensive prisoner cartel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Ronald Reagan governed in California much more pragmatically than he campaigned.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2024

I take it very pragmatically as well, although I am proud to be able to fulfil this.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2024

"Come with me," the woman says softly, pragmatically.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper

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