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Recent Examples of adaptability
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.
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Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
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
Moments of adaptability like this were key to her success.
—Outside, 25 Sep. 2025
In fact, human activity increased and new technological innovations appeared shortly after, demonstrating humans’ adaptability.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 25 Sep. 2025
This adaptability is part of why perloo has stood the test of time and why no two recipes look alike.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
In contrast, efficient at-home devices, like the DermapenHome, may offer more safety, consistency, and adaptability.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Food service deals with highly perishable goods, fluctuating demand and tight delivery windows, which demands real-time adaptability and predictive analytics to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Games require fast decision-making, pattern recognition and adaptability.
—Chris Wysopal, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
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
Moments of adaptability like this were key to her success.
—Outside, 25 Sep. 2025
In fact, human activity increased and new technological innovations appeared shortly after, demonstrating humans’ adaptability.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 25 Sep. 2025
This adaptability is part of why perloo has stood the test of time and why no two recipes look alike.
—Staff Author, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
In contrast, efficient at-home devices, like the DermapenHome, may offer more safety, consistency, and adaptability.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
Food service deals with highly perishable goods, fluctuating demand and tight delivery windows, which demands real-time adaptability and predictive analytics to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
Games require fast decision-making, pattern recognition and adaptability.
—Chris Wysopal, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adaptability
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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
Noun
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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.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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These are the kinds of turning points that make flexibility essential.—
Hillary Stalker,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 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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This iteration’s Mahina Monogram trim traces back to the leather first introduced in handbags under Marc Jacobs in 2007, known for its delicate perforations and pliability.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
21 Sep. 2025
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That might be a subtle explanation for a 17-game schedule that at some point will almost certainly expand to 18, given the NFL Players Association’s pliability.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Adaptability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adaptability. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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