as in malleability
the quality or state of being easily molded
we chose that type of clay for its greater plasticity
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Recent Examples of plasticity
Regular physical activity reduces inflammation, supports brain plasticity (the ability to adapt and create new or stronger neural connections), and improves memory, said Kaiser.
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Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
This happens, in part, because alcohol causes changes in the brain (called plasticity).
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
These four series emerge from the concept of the plasticity of territory, a foundational idea in my practice that understands the self as something mutable shaped by memory and forgetting.
—Mame-Diarra Niang, Artforum, 2 Nov. 2025
While these patterns may feel deeply ingrained, research in neuroscience and psychotherapy highlights the brain’s plasticity, especially within relationships that provide consistent safety.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
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Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
This happens, in part, because alcohol causes changes in the brain (called plasticity).
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025
These four series emerge from the concept of the plasticity of territory, a foundational idea in my practice that understands the self as something mutable shaped by memory and forgetting.
—Mame-Diarra Niang, Artforum, 2 Nov. 2025
While these patterns may feel deeply ingrained, research in neuroscience and psychotherapy highlights the brain’s plasticity, especially within relationships that provide consistent safety.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plasticity
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In this sense, both Martens and Tatishvili are particularly grateful for the malleability of their programs, and being able to develop and deliver initiatives at speeds that are not standard for major funders and markets elsewhere.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2026
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Shakespeare’s words draw power from their malleability.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
15 Dec. 2025
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Once fully operational, the campus is designed to deliver 1GW of capacity, giving the company flexibility to run both its core digital platforms and fast-growing AI workloads.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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Watson has argued that an ordinance is preferable to a charter amendment because it can be revised as needed, offering greater flexibility to council.—
Chaya Tong,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Plasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plasticity. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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