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
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Securities, investment products, other financial products or strategies discussed herein may not be suitable for all investors.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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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
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The letter also asks Trump to extend Section 181 of the federal tax code and increase the caps on tax-deductible qualified film and TV production expenditures, as well as reinstating the ability to carry back losses, which the groups say would give production companies more financial stability.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Stress, when left unmanaged, causes even capable professionals to respond impulsively, misinterpret feedback, or withdraw from collaboration, undermining their credibility and advancement opportunities.—
Kara Dennison,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Don’t miss your opportunity to get your hands on a capable productivity machine with enough oomph for productivity and content creation tasks for $380 less.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
20 May 2025
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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
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Instead, eating and preparing them may simply entail extra care and adherence to best food safety practices.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The film topped Entertainment Weekly's 2022 list of Tom Cruise-starring projects ranked by grade, and came in just behind Born on the Fourth of July as containing Cruise's all-time best screen performance.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
19 May 2025
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“Able.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/able. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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