1
as in plastic
capable of being easily molded or modeled
malleable cookie dough
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2
as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
the cult leader took advantage of the malleable, compliant personalities of his followers
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Recent Examples of malleable
The robots still remain slow to us by comparison, and struggle with delicate or malleable items that change shape when grasped.
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Jackie Snow, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025
The implication is that individuals need to examine their consumption choices while recognizing that some choices are more malleable (Dietz et al.
—Nives Dolsak and Aseem Prakash, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Conclusion In sum, customer trust is highly malleable to online reviews, and trust is particularly sensitive in higher-risk verticals like fintechs where sensitive consumer data is being shared.
—Branden Abushanab, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
All of the still image color profiles are available for movies, plus a flat L-Log look with lower contrast and saturation that provides a neutral starting point for more malleable color grading in the editing room.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
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Jackie Snow, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025
The implication is that individuals need to examine their consumption choices while recognizing that some choices are more malleable (Dietz et al.
—Nives Dolsak and Aseem Prakash, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Conclusion In sum, customer trust is highly malleable to online reviews, and trust is particularly sensitive in higher-risk verticals like fintechs where sensitive consumer data is being shared.
—Branden Abushanab, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
All of the still image color profiles are available for movies, plus a flat L-Log look with lower contrast and saturation that provides a neutral starting point for more malleable color grading in the editing room.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for malleable
Adjective
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And a third category were boxes outfitted with plastic plants, perhaps signaling absentee owners or landlords who seek to simulate care.—
Sonja Dümpelmann,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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The wireless charging pad for mobile devices is now capable of 15 W, and the much-disliked capacitive multifunction steering wheel has been replaced by a wheel with plastic buttons.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Research shows that people who are more curious often feel more fulfilled and adaptable.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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An adaptable three-piece band remained on high alert for what could come next.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
18 Apr. 2025
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The device uses microneedles and flexible wiring to capture neural signals just beneath the skin, enhancing signal quality while minimizing invasiveness.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Malleable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/malleable. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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