It is good sense to save money for emergencies.
good sense
idiomCommon sense; sensibleness.
Origin
disputed originCalque of Middle French bon sens, from Old French boin sens (modern French bon sens (“common sense, good sense”)).
She showed good sense by checking the weather forecast before planning the outdoor party.
The experienced manager demonstrated good sense by prioritizing long-term stability over the immediate, short-term profits that the board demanded.
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a good deal
Very much; to a great extent; a lot; lots.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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all good
It's all good.
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but good
To a high degree; very thoroughly; in a most definite manner.
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come from a good place
To be motivated by decency, kindness, or good intentions.
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deal a good hand
To assign favorable circumstances in life to someone.
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do well by doing good
To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.
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for good and all
In a way that is conclusive and final.