as in adaptable
capable of being readily changed
quantities that are easily adjustable if you're cooking for a larger crowd
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Recent Examples of adjustable
The large, flat-front elastic waistband has an adjustable drawstring for maximum comfort, while the front and back pockets keep essentials close and your hands free.
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Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
The production is raw but precise, a mechanical bull with adjustable shocks.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Other mechanical improvement includes a titanium exhaust system, four-way adjustable dampers with electronic damping control, and carbon-ceramic brakes.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
In addition, the adjustable-rate mortgage share of total applications increased to 8%, a seven-week high.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
This adjustable twist bangle does the trick, instantly elevating any look.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The nose clip is adjustable, and the mask loops around the back of the head for a snug fit.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
This model is adjustable to four different heights and can fit over stoves up to 30 inches wide.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
The bottoms are modernized with adjustable hem drawstrings.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
The production is raw but precise, a mechanical bull with adjustable shocks.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 13 Feb. 2026
Other mechanical improvement includes a titanium exhaust system, four-way adjustable dampers with electronic damping control, and carbon-ceramic brakes.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
In addition, the adjustable-rate mortgage share of total applications increased to 8%, a seven-week high.
—Diana Olick, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
This adjustable twist bangle does the trick, instantly elevating any look.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
The nose clip is adjustable, and the mask loops around the back of the head for a snug fit.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
This model is adjustable to four different heights and can fit over stoves up to 30 inches wide.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026
The bottoms are modernized with adjustable hem drawstrings.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjustable
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Credit is due to the series' expressive, ever-adaptable Minions and their adorably garbled language, as well as Steve Carell's voice work as Gru, the supervillain at the heart of the story.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Feb. 2026
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Others suggest that borrowing strategies from biology may offer the most efficient path toward adaptable, resilient machines.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Experts believe the crown’s flexible mount was strained when thieves wrenched it from its display through a narrow slot cut by the angle grinder, according to a report by the Louvre.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The passenger version supports flexible layouts.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.—
Evan Moore
December 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Additional Firefall Viewing Tips and Tricks Yosemite Valley typically experiences temperature highs in the 50s and lows just below freezing in February, but weather can be variable throughout the park.—
Mary Beth Skylis,
Outside,
7 Feb. 2026
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However, theatrical films follow a variable-revenue model that relies on high-margin per-ticket sales and box office performance for downstream revenue.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Adjustable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjustable. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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