1
as in obtainable
possible to get
the nursery's orchids are available by mail order only fare information is readily available by using the toll-free number
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as in useful
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
my car is available should you need a way to get to the mall
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Recent Examples of available
When the Dolphins were on the clock at 43, other available players included edge rushers like Missouri’s Zion Young, Michigan’s Derrick Moore and Illinois’ Gabe Jacas, Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard and Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren.
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Additional details were not immediately available, and the homeowner declined to be identified or comment further.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
There is no suspect information available at this time.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
If no shelter is available avoid trees, power lines, and the side of the road.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
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David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Additional details were not immediately available, and the homeowner declined to be identified or comment further.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
There is no suspect information available at this time.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Apr. 2026
If no shelter is available avoid trees, power lines, and the side of the road.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for available
Adjective
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The court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved should hope that the Texas lab does not determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Supreme Court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved in this case had better pray that the Texas lab doesn’t determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There is some evidence that psilocybin may be useful to treat depression in some people, but there have been just a few clinical trials.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
24 Apr. 2026
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There’s a useful map of the world’s critical chokepoints here.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Developed from firsthand experience in emergency response, its mission is to make critical information, such as utility shutoffs, appliance details, and maintenance records, accessible and shareable among those who rely on it.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Kirah is an astrologer, educator, and creative consultant who is passionate about facilitating accessible astrological education and programming.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Available.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/available. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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