as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
more research will be required to see if this is a viable solution
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Recent Examples of viable
The same report notes that many people continue to recognize viable opportunities, yet a growing number feel reluctant to act on them.
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Pre-sales remain viable — but with a caveat.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
But with little risk here besides the variable rate, the flexibility a CD doesn't offer, and the high rate a traditional savings account can't offer, this can still be a viable home for your money in 2026.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 Feb. 2026
The last time the duo posted a number this poor was 2021-22, suggesting the magic wand of the top trio (McDavid, Draisaitl and Zach Hyman) is no longer viable.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for viable
Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Pre-sales remain viable — but with a caveat.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
But with little risk here besides the variable rate, the flexibility a CD doesn't offer, and the high rate a traditional savings account can't offer, this can still be a viable home for your money in 2026.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 Feb. 2026
The last time the duo posted a number this poor was 2021-22, suggesting the magic wand of the top trio (McDavid, Draisaitl and Zach Hyman) is no longer viable.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
Adjective
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The Tuesday night development in the case comes hours after the release of doorbell camera footage of a possible suspect in the disappearance.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Feb. 2026
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Every Day Starting your day with a quick, achievable task like making your bed can create a sense of control and accomplishment that sets a positive tone for the rest of the day, week, and longer.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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Reaching the last-16 appears eminently achievable with this squad.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If Deep Space Energy’s efficiency claims hold, that supply could support more missions than previously feasible with traditional RTGs.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Feb. 2026
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The alternative, installing full sprinkler systems, can push costs so high that the project becomes financially non-feasible.—
Waleed Albakry,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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December 22 – January 19 Excellence is attainable with a great team (and a little self-control).—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Feb. 2026
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Excellence is attainable with a great team (and a little self-control).—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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