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Recent Examples of flexibility
With its mix of competitive races, cooperative party games, and the flexibility to play on the TV or in handheld mode, the Switch 2 turns screen time into quality family time.
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Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
These are the kinds of turning points that make flexibility essential.
—Hillary Stalker, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Some analysts predict the measures could push Tehran to take a tougher nuclear stance, but the lingering threat of US and Israeli attacks gives Iran’s leaders limited strategic flexibility.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
These products often lack flexibility and fail to accommodate the different usage habits of family members.
—William Jones, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Under the new rules, young graduates — in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics or STEM — no longer need backing from a local employer and can enjoy more flexibility in terms for entry frequency and duration of stay.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
This adds further operational flexibility.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025
This diversity of spaces, like streets, parks, heritage buildings and soundstages gives Madrid unique flexibility and scale, while also spreading economic benefits across the city.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
His light feet, natural flexibility and strong hands were reasons to be excited about his college tape, and all of those have translated well to the pro game.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
These are the kinds of turning points that make flexibility essential.
—Hillary Stalker, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Some analysts predict the measures could push Tehran to take a tougher nuclear stance, but the lingering threat of US and Israeli attacks gives Iran’s leaders limited strategic flexibility.
—Semafor Events, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
These products often lack flexibility and fail to accommodate the different usage habits of family members.
—William Jones, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Under the new rules, young graduates — in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics or STEM — no longer need backing from a local employer and can enjoy more flexibility in terms for entry frequency and duration of stay.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
This adds further operational flexibility.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025
This diversity of spaces, like streets, parks, heritage buildings and soundstages gives Madrid unique flexibility and scale, while also spreading economic benefits across the city.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
His light feet, natural flexibility and strong hands were reasons to be excited about his college tape, and all of those have translated well to the pro game.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flexibility
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This is a gentle fractional laser treatment that works by creating micro zones of heat in the skin, benefiting the complexion while boosting elasticity.—
Samantha Mims,
Essence,
3 Oct. 2025
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In addition to its technical performance attributes—including lightness, durability and elasticity comparable to virgin polyamide—Q-Cycle has a lower environmental impact, too.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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That changeability brings a need for equally adaptable clothing.—
Nick Hendry,
Robb Report,
19 Sep. 2025
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The point is not that these are simply interpretations of the world, because an interpretation implies a degree of conscious awareness and changeability that closure often lacks in the moment.—
Jonny Thomson,
Big Think,
28 Aug. 2025
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Ryan Roslansky has cautioned that instead of chasing candidates with Ivy League degrees, employers will be on the hunt for AI-savvy talent with the adaptability to keep up with the new ways of working.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Carbon capture challenges Hiegel explained that carbon capture remains hindered by high energy demands, poor flexibility with industrial loads, costly infrastructure requirements, and health and safety risks from degrading chemicals, all of which slow its adaptability.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Sep. 2025
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This variability allows researchers to better dissect how different parts of the genome interact with each other and affect how a disease develops.—
Santhosh Girirajan,
The Conversation,
7 Oct. 2025
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This variability makes tungsten diselenide unreliable for quantum applications.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Despite these challenges, dealers have demonstrated resilience by remaining open and working diligently around the clock to meet their customers' needs.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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While shutdowns aren’t new, the timing of this one may prove to be another test of resilience during uncertain times.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Japan’s political volatility began after Shinzo Abe stepped down as prime minister in 2020.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The impact, however, extends far beyond short-term market volatility.—
Tim Reynolds,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Flexibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flexibility. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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