1
as in achievable
capable of being done or carried out
set attainable goals, not impracticable ones
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as in obtainable
possible to get
I don't know if those blue jeans are attainable overseas
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Recent Examples of attainable
Strict limits on dimensions and engine size translated into generous tax breaks, making car ownership attainable for millions.
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New Atlas,
4 July 2026
If expanding Washington’s role were the answer, homeownership would be more attainable and more affordable today — not less.
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Andy Harris,
Baltimore Sun,
4 July 2026
Florida’s no state income tax, combined with Ave Maria’s hurricane-resistant design and location, attainable home prices and summer Sweet Life incentives, means more of your money stays with you.
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Ave Maria,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
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Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
While her method dressing approach to the Spider-Man press tour has mostly consisted of high-fashion looks, Zendaya donned a more attainable tribute to the superhero during a stop in Paris on Wednesday, June 24.
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Marissa G. Muller,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
These individuals prove that the American Dream is attainable for anyone—and is a worthy pursuit to be preserved for another 250 years.
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Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
For first-time buyers, though, a smaller, turnkey new home can still be the more attainable path for breaking into the housing market.
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Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
That could make Mavrik Bourque more attainable.
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Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
New Atlas,
4 July 2026
If expanding Washington’s role were the answer, homeownership would be more attainable and more affordable today — not less.
—
Andy Harris,
Baltimore Sun,
4 July 2026
Florida’s no state income tax, combined with Ave Maria’s hurricane-resistant design and location, attainable home prices and summer Sweet Life incentives, means more of your money stays with you.
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Ave Maria,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Boutique gems, new offers win the day Elevated VIP-style vacays with truffles, oysters and bubbly are attainable with some tips and tricks.
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Kathryn Streeter,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
While her method dressing approach to the Spider-Man press tour has mostly consisted of high-fashion looks, Zendaya donned a more attainable tribute to the superhero during a stop in Paris on Wednesday, June 24.
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Marissa G. Muller,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
These individuals prove that the American Dream is attainable for anyone—and is a worthy pursuit to be preserved for another 250 years.
—
Forbes Press Releases,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
For first-time buyers, though, a smaller, turnkey new home can still be the more attainable path for breaking into the housing market.
—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
That could make Mavrik Bourque more attainable.
—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attainable
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Starting with a layer of refried beans and topped with a spicy sour cream mixture, a heaping pile of guacamole, salsa, cheese, lettuce, and homemade pico de gallo is added for a flavorful yet achievable dip.
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This initiative aims to double Haiti's electrification rate to 60% by 2032, demonstrating that vital infrastructure development is achievable even in challenging environments.
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And by the time a crisis occurs, that permission may no longer be obtainable.
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Marklund found that people with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids—obtainable from fatty fish—in their blood had the lowest risk of dying prematurely from all causes.
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
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If stress builds, schedule a short stretch break and set softer deadlines where possible, because kindness to your body supports reliable output.
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More information for patients — including detail on the health plans and providers affected by the negotiations — is available on Cigna’s and UC Davis Health’s websites.
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According to Hasbro, all of the items will be available at most major retailers by mid-July.
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If feasible, the developers agreed to reuse a six-story brick masonry building on 4th Street, dating to the early 1900s, that is no longer used to chill goods.
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That may be feasible in locations with multiple federal prisons, but closures at facilities such as FCI Big Sandy in Kentucky and FCI La Tuna in Texas present a far different reality.
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With retail prices starting around $19,000 for entry models and climbing past $100,000 for advanced ones, rentals offer a more accessible option.
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If that conversation also seems too anxiety-provoking, focus on modes of communication that do feel accessible to you.
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“Attainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attainable. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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