availability
noun
avail·abil·i·ty
ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural availabilities
1
: the quality or state of being available
trying to improve the availability of affordable housing
2
: an available person or thing
3
US
: a usually brief session in which a public figure (such as a politician) is made available to answer questions from members of the press
a press availability
The rigors of campaigning are amply demonstrated in marathon days of radio and television talk shows, media availabilities, sessions with newspaper editorial boards … and fund-raising events.—
Steve Goldstein
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Despite recent rain and snow in Northern California, state water officials say the Sierra snowpack remains near historic lows, raising concerns about water availability during the hot summer months.
—Brady Halbleib, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
This loss comes at a time when the system is already under strain because of limited availability of services, workforce shortages and an overwhelming demand for care.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Offer availability, placement, and display are determined by the third party and may be influenced by compensation and other factors.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Cabin upgrades are available at prevailing rates subject to stateroom availability.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
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Brady Halbleib, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
This loss comes at a time when the system is already under strain because of limited availability of services, workforce shortages and an overwhelming demand for care.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Offer availability, placement, and display are determined by the third party and may be influenced by compensation and other factors.
—Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Cabin upgrades are available at prevailing rates subject to stateroom availability.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for availability
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“Availability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/availability. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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