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Recent Examples of compressible
In technical fashion, its quick-drying capabilities and compressible structure enable sleek, minimalist designs without sacrificing functionality—especially for urban consumers who crave stylish, performance athleisure.
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2025
Cult-favorite Que water bottles use a silicone-free plastic in its compressible bottles.
—Claire Volkman, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2025
Christian sourced 900+ fill gold-bonded down from Allied, the most compressible insulation commonly available for outdoor clothing, then ordered 230 grams of it for each of his parkas (in a size medium).
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
The algorithm works by carefully changing the order of a sequence of letters into one that’s more compressible—and doing so in a way that’s reversible.
—Michael C. Schatz, IEEE Spectrum, 27 June 2013
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Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2025
Cult-favorite Que water bottles use a silicone-free plastic in its compressible bottles.
—Claire Volkman, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2025
Christian sourced 900+ fill gold-bonded down from Allied, the most compressible insulation commonly available for outdoor clothing, then ordered 230 grams of it for each of his parkas (in a size medium).
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 4 Apr. 2025
The algorithm works by carefully changing the order of a sequence of letters into one that’s more compressible—and doing so in a way that’s reversible.
—Michael C. Schatz, IEEE Spectrum, 27 June 2013
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compressible
Adjective
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These gingham palazzo pants boast a stretchy, elastic waistband that won’t dig in or cause irritation, and their flowy design offers some ease and relaxation on stressful travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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Its elastic, pull-on waist and functional pockets ensure all-day comfort, and its machine-washable fabric makes laundry day a breeze.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This pliable guise is partially what makes his persona such a durable meme.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
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Throughout the buzzy initial run, Sam Levinson‘s HBO series has been hailed for Rue’s honest reckoning with addiction, as well as Zendaya‘s potent, pliable performance of her highs and lows.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Asian Development Bank estimates that the region will need to invest $210 billion annually in climate-resilient infrastructure through 2030.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Still, the optimistic view argues that human beings are incredibly resilient and have always adapted to progress in technology by shifting their skills and identifying new applications for them.—
Bill Connolly,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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During that time, the brain becomes more malleable and can form new connections, Cherian says.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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But findings over the past few decades show that the bodily self is surprisingly malleable.—
Utkarsh Gupta,
Scientific American,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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All rooms will have a 65-inch flat-screen television, in-room safe, a Nespresso machine, Le Labo bath amenities, flexible seating options, and floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now, the venue features a Main Stage, a Black Box Theater, a recording studio space, and flexible community areas for holding multiple simultaneous events.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Be honest about what’s workable, and let creativity thrive within boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Although Rolder’s short arm length could give him some trouble with block-shedding, several workable pieces on his profile likely speak to what Buffalo would go for in its new defense at a reduced cost.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The resumption of relations comes just months after Washington ousted Venezuela’s former president and replaced him with a more pliant leader, and could unlock billions of dollars in financing for Caracas, analysts said.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Some satirists have begun targeting these pliant broadcasters as well.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Because the rules are bendable; people get very rich in my country, very fast.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The standard Alabama rig consists of five bendable wires connected to a weight.—
Derek Horner,
Outdoor Life,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Compressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compressible. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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