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as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
a workable plan for attracting a minor league team to the city
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as in useful
capable of being put to use or account
a workable solution to the state's growing financial woes
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Recent Examples of workable
Guests were given a complimentary tote bag full of gifts inspired by the movie—including a TreSemme workable hair spray, Devil Wears Prada branded Diet Coke, and a copy of the fictional Runway magazine, with Blunt’s Emily Charlton on the cover.
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026
Any workable system of lunar property rights should do three things.
—Antony Davies, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
In total, the Rust components added 371KB, which is workable in the Pixel modem.
—Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 13 Apr. 2026
There’s lots to learn and see inside this museum and science center that offers more than 45 touchable, workable exhibits that teach kids about various natural phenomena and basic scientific principles.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
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Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026
Any workable system of lunar property rights should do three things.
—Antony Davies, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
In total, the Rust components added 371KB, which is workable in the Pixel modem.
—Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 13 Apr. 2026
There’s lots to learn and see inside this museum and science center that offers more than 45 touchable, workable exhibits that teach kids about various natural phenomena and basic scientific principles.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for workable
Adjective
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The company has raced to buy as much computing power as possible, making $600 billion in spending commitments last year.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Determined to rise to the occasion and work out every possible kink, Daisy sets out to resolve conflicts between the stews and in the galley.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2026
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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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The bottom line Paying off $15,000 in debt by the end of 2026 is an ambitious but achievable goal.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The plaintiffs believe their demands are achievable.—
Leigh Waldman,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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All short-term rentals would be required to meet applicable building, fire, and health codes, including working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and safe structural components.—
Ashley Portillo,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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But again, this is a rule that’s applicable to Shohei.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The map still favors Republicans, but Trump’s declining popularity --- particularly on the economy --- makes Democrats’ once long-shot bid to retake the Senate more feasible than ever.—
Erin Cox,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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This type of autonomous interrogation is feasible, aligns with AI companies’ business models and has raised concern among regulators.—
Brian Jay Tang,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Moon steadies Jupiter’s influence, helping practical decisions create emotional ease.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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In these systems, the active materials tend to degrade and leak through the membrane, a process that rapidly wears out the battery and limits its practical lifespan.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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By dismantling that deal without a viable replacement, the administration effectively cleared the path for Iran to resume and accelerate its nuclear program.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Francis encourages students to translate their culinary interests into viable business opportunities — a message that has resonated with Calvo.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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The heavy investment by the state in the demolition is seen as evidence that the city is serious about developing the applied AI center.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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His attorney, Ava Benach, said Vedam hopes to live with a relative in Sacramento and has been offered a spot in Oregon State University’s doctoral program in applied anthropology.—
Mark Scolforo,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Workable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workable. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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