as in adaptable
capable of being readily changed
quantities that are easily adjustable if you're cooking for a larger crowd
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Recent Examples of adjustable
The headband is flexible for a perfect fit, and the adjustable earcups have plush cushioning to prevent pinching.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Its three-in-one design is a huge win for people like adjustable pillows but don't want to store leftover fills or inserts.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
It often gets grouped with convertible clothing, which covers pieces that change in other ways, like zip-off legs or adjustable lengths.
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Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2026
The high mock-neck gives it a sophisticated touch, and the adjustable waist belt adds shape to your mid.
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Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Engine braking and launch control are also adjustable.
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Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
This linen maxi dress hangs from your shoulders on two adjustable straps.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Even better, it can be worn on your shoulder or as a crossbody thanks to the adjustable straps.
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Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Its three-in-one design is a huge win for people like adjustable pillows but don't want to store leftover fills or inserts.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
It often gets grouped with convertible clothing, which covers pieces that change in other ways, like zip-off legs or adjustable lengths.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2026
The high mock-neck gives it a sophisticated touch, and the adjustable waist belt adds shape to your mid.
—
Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026
Engine braking and launch control are also adjustable.
—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
This linen maxi dress hangs from your shoulders on two adjustable straps.
—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
Even better, it can be worn on your shoulder or as a crossbody thanks to the adjustable straps.
—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjustable
Adjective
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Each pillow has an outer and inner pillow, offering adaptable support for every type of sleeper.
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Kevin Warsh, the Republican financier who recently took over as the chairman of the Federal Reserve, holds economic views that could, kindly, be described as adaptable.
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The headband is flexible for a perfect fit, and the adjustable earcups have plush cushioning to prevent pinching.
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The oil market is incredibly complex and significantly more flexible than even the most knowledgeable experts anticipated.
Adjective
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In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.
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For the Front Range and Eastern Plains, the smoke will likely be more variable.
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The latest long-range outlook from the NOAA Climate Prediction Center relies heavily on computer model guidance this far out, which is standard for summer when large-scale patterns tend to be weaker and more variable.
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The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.
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This is a recurring injury for Smith, who has missed five of the last nine games due to varying levels of discomfort in his calf.
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Even within a single day, temporary weight shifts are common and are often due to varying levels of fluid retention.
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“Adjustable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjustable. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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