as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
farsighted conservationists long ago realized that wilderness areas of breathtaking beauty needed to be protected from future development
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Recent Examples of farsighted
As the United States begins the Herculean task of digging itself out from the worst economic downturn in generations, policy makers need to focus on rebuilding in smart and farsighted ways, and that means cutting unnecessary and wasteful spending whenever possible.
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Elliott Negin, Scientific American, 14 Sep. 2020
Just look at Warren Buffett’s farsighted investment in Israel–a country that has become a tech superpower despite facing existential risk–during the Lebanon War of 2006.
—Eric Braverman, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2023
Modern architecture was introduced to Portland almost a century ago by Pietro Belluschi, John Yeon and other farsighted architects influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright.
—oregonlive, 29 Sep. 2022
Rose Marcario doesn’t work in the outdoor industry anymore, but her influence hasn’t waned—a testament to her vision and farsighted leadership.
—Andrew Weaver, Outside Online, 1 Feb. 2022
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Elliott Negin, Scientific American, 14 Sep. 2020
Just look at Warren Buffett’s farsighted investment in Israel–a country that has become a tech superpower despite facing existential risk–during the Lebanon War of 2006.
—Eric Braverman, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2023
Modern architecture was introduced to Portland almost a century ago by Pietro Belluschi, John Yeon and other farsighted architects influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright.
—oregonlive, 29 Sep. 2022
Rose Marcario doesn’t work in the outdoor industry anymore, but her influence hasn’t waned—a testament to her vision and farsighted leadership.
—Andrew Weaver, Outside Online, 1 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farsighted
Adjective
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The market remains cautious about suggesting any change could come soon.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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But just as smartphones and the internet are powerful tools to broaden their horizons, parents and caregivers are right to be cautious about exactly what their teens are posting on the day-to-day.—
Ella Cerón,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In comments at the Morgan Stanley media conference, the Fox CEO was again extremely careful to stress that the goal is not to cannibalize linear television and Fox will not advertise it on linear television but is meant purely to capture those who cut the cord or have never subscribed to cable.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2025
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There’s potential for clarity in resolving any lingering tension, but also be careful not to speak too rashly.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Taking these proactive steps now can offset job-hunting mistakes, plus give you the flexibility and confidence to navigate whatever comes next.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Some tech layoffs fit into a category that Cascio describes as proactive downsizing.—
Mark Dent,
thehustle.co,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This conveyed the grand scope of their post-war immigrant drama about Holocaust survivor and visionary Hungarian architect László Tóth (Best Actor winner Adrien Brody).—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
2 Mar. 2025
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May his example inspire countless other leaders and organizations, at this moment when the world’s most vulnerable citizens need and deserve such visionary leadership.—
Kim Starkey,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The administration’s explicit embrace of digital assets as integral components of national economic strategy reflects a forward-looking vision.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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These would allow electricity grid operators to plan in a forward-looking way, taking into account the market trends of key technologies, such as growth in renewables and battery storage, Petrovich explained.—
April Roach,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Farsighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farsighted. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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