accessibility

noun

Definition of accessibilitynext
as in availability

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Recent Examples of accessibility Friday’s Club Sportico essay examines the money behind the LLWS and the broader Little League organization, which is trying to balance its tradition and accessibility with those broader forces professionalizing youth sports. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Others have genuine accessibility issues, from those who don’t live close to movie theaters to superfans thwarted by rights deals that block their geographic locations from showing a movie or series. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026 The author's decade-long experience with ReSound Made for iPhone hearing aids, which predated AirPods in direct streaming, showcases accessibility leading mainstream tech. — Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Regardless, this doesn’t seem like a tournament in a public park, played on public courts and run by a non-profit organization with a mission to increase accessibility to tennis and grow the game nationwide. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 The tax would have been used primarily to fund bus, bike and light rail infrastructure, along with sidewalk, street and accessibility related repairs. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 The Pentagon’s 2024 Arctic Strategy similarly said changing climate conditions are increasing accessibility in the region while China seeks greater influence and access there. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Accessibility Because the property is spread across historic adobe buildings with uneven pathways, stairs, and narrow passages, accessibility can vary significantly by room category. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026 The State Fair also offers accessibility services for blind and low-vision guests, mobility assistance and other accommodations. — Nick Lunemann, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessibility
  1. availability
  2. attainability
Noun
  • According to the companies, AEG and Archer have completed the initial feasibility study for the site, including land-use and airspace reviews, power availability and community impact.
    — Mike Barnes for The Hollywood Reporter, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Sky forward-center Azura Stevens opened the team’s press availability, saying that security handled a fan incident and that the team was going to focus on the game.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of availability
Noun
  • Postponing that decision has given the key decision-makers at Old Trafford a more informed perspective on Carrick’s suitability and the attainability of his rivals.
    — Mark Critchley, New York Times, 3 May 2026
  • Projected rents of $1,725 to $2,465 a month at The Atlas would meet standards of attainability based on household income in the Naperville area, Rosanova said, and 48 of the units would be designed to be easily adapted into accessible living spaces if needed.
    — Marie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Definition of attainability

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“Accessibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessibility. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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