Definition of sustainable
1 : capable of being sustained
2a : of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged sustainable techniques sustainable agricultureb : of or relating to a lifestyle involving the use of sustainable methods sustainable society
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Examples of sustainable in a Sentence
a line of argument that is probably not sustainable in a public forum against skilled debaters
has no sustainable claim to the property without a deed or some other document
Recent Examples of sustainable from the Web
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His brand loyalty—from customers, employees, investors—is built upon a vision for the future of sustainable energy combining solar power, home batteries, and electric cars.
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In a statement, Canfield said the conference this year will allow for connections with automotive manufacturing, sustainable technologies and information and communication technology, or ICT.
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As a way to showcase trends, Miami Fashion Week is partnering with Miami Fashion Institute at Miami Dade College to offer master classes led by industry experts focused on sustainable fashion.
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Doing so could encourage Macedonian politicians to resolve political struggles in a peaceful and sustainable manner.
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Emanuel said the Democrats had lost so many seats across all legislative bodies that party leaders need to rebuild from the ground up to create a sustainable majority on Capitol Hill.
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The Legislature's roads package creates sustainable funding mechanisms to invest in repairs.
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A few years later, the State University of Rio de Janeiro opened a research center to study the environment and sustainable development.
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Some sustainable initiatives also save growers and producers money, said Nate Herman, a senior vice president for supply chain for the American Apparel and Footwear Association, an industry group.
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1924
First Known Use of sustainable
1924
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SUSTAINABLE Defined for English Language Learners
sustainable
playDefinition of sustainable for English Language Learners
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: able to be used without being completely used up or destroyed
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: involving methods that do not completely use up or destroy natural resources
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: able to last or continue for a long time
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