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as in achievable
capable of being done or carried out
set attainable goals, not impracticable ones
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as in obtainable
possible to get
I don't know if those blue jeans are attainable overseas
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Recent Examples of attainable
For first-time buyers, though, a smaller, turnkey new home can still be the more attainable path for breaking into the housing market.
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Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 June 2026
Letting go of the idea that success requires hustling at all costs — and replacing it with goals that feel attainable — can help founders shift toward a more sustainable approach, one where progress doesn't come at the cost of their well-being.
—Holly Eve, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
That could make Mavrik Bourque more attainable.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 16 June 2026
That relative affordability is prompting some would-be buyers to sign leases instead, a more attainable but often deeply frustrating solution, and one that leaves them unable to accumulate wealth at the pace their parents’ and grandparents’ generations did.
—Jackie Cooperman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026
District officials believe the aging of existing farmers with no succession plans, less valuable soils in that area, and the current low prices for commodities make financial incentives more attractive and the target attainable.
—Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
One example is increasing Florida’s supply of accessory dwelling units, sometimes called in-law suites or backyard cottages, which add attainable housing stock by reimagining existing neighborhoods rather than building new ones.
—Chuck Bonfiglio, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Among his top accomplishments are a bipartisan bill that looked to hold school districts more accountable, tightening criminal justice reforms enacted after George Floyd's killing in 2020, and efforts to make housing more attainable.
—Paul Boger, NPR, 10 June 2026
The program is designed to make homeownership more attainable for the workers who keep Texas communities running.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
Sydney Lake, Fortune, 22 June 2026
Letting go of the idea that success requires hustling at all costs — and replacing it with goals that feel attainable — can help founders shift toward a more sustainable approach, one where progress doesn't come at the cost of their well-being.
—Holly Eve, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
That could make Mavrik Bourque more attainable.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 16 June 2026
That relative affordability is prompting some would-be buyers to sign leases instead, a more attainable but often deeply frustrating solution, and one that leaves them unable to accumulate wealth at the pace their parents’ and grandparents’ generations did.
—Jackie Cooperman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026
District officials believe the aging of existing farmers with no succession plans, less valuable soils in that area, and the current low prices for commodities make financial incentives more attractive and the target attainable.
—Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
One example is increasing Florida’s supply of accessory dwelling units, sometimes called in-law suites or backyard cottages, which add attainable housing stock by reimagining existing neighborhoods rather than building new ones.
—Chuck Bonfiglio, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026
Among his top accomplishments are a bipartisan bill that looked to hold school districts more accountable, tightening criminal justice reforms enacted after George Floyd's killing in 2020, and efforts to make housing more attainable.
—Paul Boger, NPR, 10 June 2026
The program is designed to make homeownership more attainable for the workers who keep Texas communities running.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attainable
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The auto sector's transition is achievable in part because many of the underlying skills of employees are highly transferable, according to experts.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Getty Images/iStockphoto In the volatile economic terrain of recent years, saving a large, five-figure sum of money wasn't easily achievable for many.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Getting out of group play would be a massive — and obtainable — achievement.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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Metrics such as total addressable market (TAM), serviceable addressable market (SAM), and serviceable obtainable market (SOM) attempt to estimate how large a company’s future opportunity could become if its business model succeeds.—
byDoug Ashburn,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Visit Big Bear said the decision to move forward with the event was not made lightly and that organizers were working with the fireworks provider to reduce the loudest booms where possible.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
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CosRx’s The 6 Peptide Skin Booster isn’t just about packing in as many peptides as possible—each peptide has a different job, from supporting elasticity and smoothing fine lines to calming skin and boosting radiance.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 June 2026
Adjective
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However, in the latest year available, 2024, with tighter restrictions than in the past, one animal was shot by an officer.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The cause and manner of death for Moore, 39, were not immediately available.—
Tim Stelloh,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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That’s not feasible in a 48-team World Cup.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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However, that is changing thanks to advances in launchers and robotics that make a rescue mission feasible.—
David Szondy
June 18,
New Atlas,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility While a number of rooms and the hot springs are accessible, many of the activities are not well suited for those with limited mobility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The boat ramp sits near a parking lot at the outer edge of a large peninsula, accessible by Joe Bald Road, which winds through several hundred acres of thick trees.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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“Attainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attainable. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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