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
In company materials, the center is positioned as a space for development work, production trials and customer collaboration aimed at turning textile concepts into commercially viable products.
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Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
Grier found a viable, if expensive, replacement on the same day.
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Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
During Murdaugh’s first status hearing on Monday, Judge Debra McCaslin did not rule on the DNA evidence, telling defense attorneys to clarify if the sample was viable.
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Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Their enrollment helps keep youth leagues large and more financially viable, Watanabe said.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
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Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
2 July 2026
Grier found a viable, if expensive, replacement on the same day.
—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
During Murdaugh’s first status hearing on Monday, Judge Debra McCaslin did not rule on the DNA evidence, telling defense attorneys to clarify if the sample was viable.
—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
Their enrollment helps keep youth leagues large and more financially viable, Watanabe said.
—
ABC News,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for viable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
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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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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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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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Strict limits on dimensions and engine size translated into generous tax breaks, making car ownership attainable for millions.
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If expanding Washington’s role were the answer, homeownership would be more attainable and more affordable today — not less.
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“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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