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as in useful
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
although the spade is usable as a snow shovel, it doesn't do a very good job
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as in practical
capable of being put to use or account
there's not a scrap of usable information in that article on finding the right pet for one's family
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Recent Examples of usable
The 787-8 has a usable cabin length of 173 feet, a width of more than 18 feet, and headroom of 7 feet.
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Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 4 June 2025
Federal, state and local authorities have developed usable information about all seven and have received multiple tips on their whereabouts, said the Louisiana State Police superintendent, Col. Robert Hodges.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 May 2025
Data engineering enables a business to prosper by monetizing the myriad of revenues available from its raw data and orchestrating complex data into streamlined, usable formats.
—Mohit Menghnani, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Many of the trees downed by the storm are usable, according to Johnny Evans, owner of Evens Lumber Co. in Manchester, Tennessee.
—Asher Redd, FOXNews.com, 29 May 2025
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Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 4 June 2025
Federal, state and local authorities have developed usable information about all seven and have received multiple tips on their whereabouts, said the Louisiana State Police superintendent, Col. Robert Hodges.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 May 2025
Data engineering enables a business to prosper by monetizing the myriad of revenues available from its raw data and orchestrating complex data into streamlined, usable formats.
—Mohit Menghnani, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Many of the trees downed by the storm are usable, according to Johnny Evans, owner of Evens Lumber Co. in Manchester, Tennessee.
—Asher Redd, FOXNews.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for usable
Adjective
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Share helpful, relevant content that is useful to your customers.—
Ryan Ferrier,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The Kagi founder suggested that licensing Google Search could allow entities of all sizes to have genuinely useful custom search tools.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Here are a few practical tips: When trying to use your phone, text – don't call.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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The gun industry also disputed Mexico’s argument that manufacturers deliberately produce military-style assault rifles and other weapons that, for both practical and aesthetic reasons, appeal to mobsters.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Meanwhile, Partner Edward M. Cook brings a unique, relatable perspective on how to create functional boards from groups of highly accomplished individuals.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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On both aesthetic and functional levels, the mask also adds to the intensity.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
4 June 2025
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With the SiriusXM deal, the show will continue to be available on Spotify, as well as YouTube, Apple Podcasts and other audio platforms.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
12 June 2025
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Backyard Baseball ‘97 is back, with releases of the classic computer game on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 systems available Thursday.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2025
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“Usable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/usable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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