as in qualified
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
looking for an able and reliable assistant
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Recent Examples of able
Siemens says this expansion will make operations more efficient, sustainable and flexible – able to respond more quickly to changing market requirements.
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Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
But according to new guidance issued by the Department of Education on Monday, some of these students will at least temporarily be able to borrow up to the higher limit, according to The Associated Press.
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Lauren Sausser,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
With one spritz of an elixir, Iris is able to explore her potent past and visit the magical possibilities of her future.
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Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
30 June 2026
The low-wing, single-engine turboprop plane was not able to make it to full power, according to officials with the Bates County Emergency Management Agency.
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Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for able
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
But according to new guidance issued by the Department of Education on Monday, some of these students will at least temporarily be able to borrow up to the higher limit, according to The Associated Press.
—
Lauren Sausser,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
With one spritz of an elixir, Iris is able to explore her potent past and visit the magical possibilities of her future.
—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
30 June 2026
The low-wing, single-engine turboprop plane was not able to make it to full power, according to officials with the Bates County Emergency Management Agency.
—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for able
Recent Examples of Synonyms for able
Adjective
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The proposal targets universities that, in the two most recent academic years, didn’t admit all academically qualified applicants.
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According to officials, Releford lied about his criminal history, education, and professional qualifications to become a judge, despite not having a nursing degree or being qualified to practice in Georgia.
Adjective
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Accessibility Unfortunately, the suites at Hotel Ottilia are not suitable for those with reduced mobility.
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IsoHemp’s blocks, made out of hemp and lime binders, can be integrated into load-bearing structures, and are suitable for both interior and exterior walls.
Adjective
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That window is shorter than most executives assume, as mental and physical declines often begin earlier than midlife, while the leader still feels fully capable and engaged.
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The lower the number, the brighter the object, with the human eye capable of spotting targets down to a magnitude of +6 from a dark sky location.
Adjective
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The productivity of small, competent teams is all too well known—the question is, how can larger teams do the same?
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Later on, the easygoing, all-day menu caters to any cravings, from caviar and oysters to a casual croque monsieur, or competent steak tartare.
Adjective
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Shah adds that many women feel their best when ferritin levels are at least between 40 and 70 ng/ml for optimal energy and hair health, even if lab ranges suggest lower levels are ‘normal’.
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Los Angeles stretches its NL West lead to 11 games and maintains MLB’s best record as Ohtani’s star power turns Sacramento’s nominal home crowd into a roaring Dodgers road show.
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“Able.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/able. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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