1
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
This is why Kirby Smart is not afraid to talk about breaking away from the current NCAA system, if unified guidance is not attainable under the current format.
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Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Inevitably, the looming World Cup affected United’s attainable candidates for the job.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 24 May 2026
The middle of the market — quality knives at attainable prices, made in America — hollowed out.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
In 2024, Johnson County classified less than 25,0000 homes as attainable.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
And, to be sure, sometimes home runs are attainable and worth pursuing.
—Eddy Azad, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Full-price items meet their most gracious price point for attainable at-home renos, and the sitewide sale prices finally make wedding registry shopping more affordable.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026
There’s a lot of them, and San Francisco should be an attainable challenge at home.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Where to stay in and around Yosemite Staying overnight inside or near Yosemite allows for quick and easy access to the park, making early entrance more attainable.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026
Inevitably, the looming World Cup affected United’s attainable candidates for the job.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 24 May 2026
The middle of the market — quality knives at attainable prices, made in America — hollowed out.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 May 2026
In 2024, Johnson County classified less than 25,0000 homes as attainable.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
And, to be sure, sometimes home runs are attainable and worth pursuing.
—Eddy Azad, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Full-price items meet their most gracious price point for attainable at-home renos, and the sitewide sale prices finally make wedding registry shopping more affordable.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026
There’s a lot of them, and San Francisco should be an attainable challenge at home.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Where to stay in and around Yosemite Staying overnight inside or near Yosemite allows for quick and easy access to the park, making early entrance more attainable.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attainable
Adjective
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The journal’s structure attempts to narrow that gap by reducing decisions and keeping attention on the next achievable step rather than the entire mountain ahead.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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The series is intended to not only increase the talent pipeline for drivers, but also to shift the perception of motorsport from macho and male-dominated to inclusive and achievable.—
Danielle McNally,
InStyle,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved should hope that the Texas lab does not determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Supreme Court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved in this case had better pray that the Texas lab doesn’t determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Historically, the community in Putumayo has been concerned about possible links between paramilitary groups and others connected to oil companies.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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All ingredients are local and sourced from no further than 13 miles from the hotel, and are organic where possible.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Going tomorrow, everyone’s available.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Catcher Logan O’Hoppe didn’t challenge, even though the Angels had both of their challenges available.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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Parents may consider sensory triggers, unfamiliar environments, social expectations, and the possibility of judgment before deciding whether a theater, concert, museum, or festival feels feasible.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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However, Ahrary noted that such expansion was not financially feasible for the city at the time of the audit, which led auditors to focus on strategies for managing low-acuity calls rather than expanding infrastructure.—
Reeti Malhotra
May 29,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility The main areas and entrance are wheelchair-accessible, with elevators to upper rooms and levels.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Reportedly, the two got married in Norman’s Cay in the Exumas, one of the Bahamas’ most luxurious destinations, only accessible by charter plane or private boat.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
27 May 2026
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“Attainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attainable. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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