extinguishable

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Adjective
  • Vladimir Putin does not seem the appeasable or satiable type.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 9 Dec. 2021
Adjective
  • Donations of non-perishable food items go to support the food pantry at Grace Lutheran Church in Culver City.
    Holly Andres, Daily News, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • In Greek mythology, Adonis was a handsome mortal man who fell in love with Aphrodite.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Woden was the Germanic version of the Norse god Odin, who is probably laughing at our mortal game of linguistic telephone.
    AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Every area in Bananza is largely and compulsively destructible, which is a nice nod to 2001’s Red Faction or, of course, the aforementioned arcade classic Rampage.
    Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • While not every object in the game world will be destructible, the team is working hard on making as much destruction as possible, while also balancing the need for cover.
    Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Not in an overly aggressive way, just pretty controlled, moving the ball around.
    Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 2 Dec. 2025
  • This concentration of energy creates a tiny, controlled burn that interrupts the faulty circuit causing the tremor.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • But this study focuses on a much more subtle and transient factor — whether or not a college campus was in session.
    Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Living in a transient city far from relatives, Neena finds comfort in Carol’s home.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • The quantity was sufficient, but the variety needed just a little something extra to ensure everyone would stay satiated—and sober.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • His multicourse omakase shows off the chef’s restrained minimalist Edomae style and love of aged fish.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
  • In response, Watson has pushed for a more restrained budget process, tighter oversight of city finances and a systemwide evaluation of how City Hall delivers services — all aimed at restoring transparency and credibility.
    Austin American Statesman, Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Extinguishable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/extinguishable. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.

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