as in suitable
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
After 12 Days Tony Botti, a public information officer for the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said during the news conference that officials are incredulous that Slaton was able to travel so far via bicycle and on foot.
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Jillian Frankel, People.com, 15 May 2025
For years, American consumers have been able to spend next to nothing on the latest fashion trends, thanks in large part to Chinese clothing companies like Shein and Temu.
—Katrin Bennhold, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The office would be able to investigate complaints and sue companies over violations.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 15 May 2025
Airlines have been working with passengers to reschedule or refund tickets, but questions are starting to emerge about whether Newark will be able to handle the high volume of flights this summer.
—Alecia Reid, CBS News, 4 May 2025
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Jillian Frankel, People.com, 15 May 2025
For years, American consumers have been able to spend next to nothing on the latest fashion trends, thanks in large part to Chinese clothing companies like Shein and Temu.
—Katrin Bennhold, New York Times, 15 May 2025
The office would be able to investigate complaints and sue companies over violations.
—Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 15 May 2025
Airlines have been working with passengers to reschedule or refund tickets, but questions are starting to emerge about whether Newark will be able to handle the high volume of flights this summer.
—Alecia Reid, CBS News, 4 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for able
Adjective
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These options provide faster data transfer rates and are more suitable for today's high-volume data needs.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The fan also has a larger size that is suitable for bathrooms up to 150 square feet.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Although the news came as a big shock to many, his family believes that there is no one more qualified to lead the church.—
Linda Marx,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The state isn’t tracking the number of students who have since qualified due to the change.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Well, that is highly dependent on an IT staff that is capable of deploying, optimizing and supporting over time.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Oblivion Remastered hints that the RPG jewel in Xbox’s repertoire is aware of interest in its vaunted catalogue and capable of doing justice to old workhorses (annoying crashes, frame-rate dips, and pop-in notwithstanding).—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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If the Huskies can play postseason football and make the NCAA tournament in basketball and hockey, why can’t the Minutemen be at least competent in all three?—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Working with competent logistics and shipping partners will give you access to detailed information about compliance and about duties and taxes in each marketplace.—
Greg Hewitt,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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So there’s always lines that are news to me and in a good way.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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This is also a pivotal episode for Ellie and Dina, who get themselves into a good bit of trouble on their first day looking for Abby.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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“Able.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/able. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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