as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
stretchable gloves stretchable bandages
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Recent Examples of stretchable
Smart wearables could benefit from stretchable sensors capable of recovering their functionality even after sustaining significant damage.
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IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchable
Adjective
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The refrigerated deliveries are flexible based on your schedule and feature eco-friendly packaging.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Crops are left unharvested in response to market conditions, but they could be marketed with connections to more flexible buyers.—
Ivanka Trump,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The collection includes the straight-leg Teddy in rigid and stretch fabrics; the ’90s inspired Gus with a relaxed and slouchy fit; the Jackson, a barrel-leg jean with a V-waist; the Kyle, a stretch flare; and the Leo, a straight-meets-barrel silhouette with a high rise.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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This lack of performance honesty hinders Black women from course-correcting or demonstrating readiness for stretch roles.—
Gena Cox,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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An in-person visit with the singer was leaked on social media in January 2024 where the pair shared an intimate moment through a plastic divider.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Each cell had two toilets and two small tanks of water, for washing and drinking; each man was given a plastic cup and a quarter of a bar of soap.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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It’s made from soft, stretchy mesh fabric and has a slim fit that accentuates all the right places.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Baleaf Petite Ankle Slacks These lightweight, stretchy ankle pants are a game-changer for petite travelers like myself.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Made with an elastic waistband and an easy slip-on design (no buttons, no problem), these travel pants are ideal for both the plane and the office.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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This style is similar to Vivaia’s with its lace-up closure and elastic backing that forms to your heel.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Stretchable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchable. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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