scalable

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scal·able | \ ˈskā-lə-bəl

Definition of scalable

1 : capable of being scaled

2 : capable of being easily expanded or upgraded on demand a scalable computer network

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Recent Examples on the Web The next step is figuring out how to decarbonize those sectors -- whether the technology exists and whether the technology is scalable, McLeod said. — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 24 Nov. 2021 Over the last decade, commercial cloud service providers have emerged as a scalable solution to this challenge. — Jonathan Alboum, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2021 Current antivirals are administered by intravenous drip, whereas the pills promise a much easier and more scalable at-home approach to treatment. — David Meyer, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2021 While additive technology has yet to be seen in most production vehicles, GE Additive is currently developing a more scalable and affordable additive manufacturing solution to fill this gap. — Matt Crisara, Popular Mechanics, 27 Oct. 2021 This book explains how to develop a sales system that will ensure predictable, repeatable and scalable growth. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 24 May 2021 Here are the top three scalable technologies to combat food insecurity, according to Ruff. — Daphne Ewing-chow, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2021 Flawless ratings are impossible, but perhaps there’s an even better, scalable approach out there that hasn’t yet been tried. — Gilad Edelman, Wired, 1 Sep. 2021 An infinitely scalable, profitable fix might not exist. — Amanda Mull, The Atlantic, 21 Aug. 2021

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