flexibility

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Recent Examples of flexibility With its mix of competitive races, cooperative party games, and the flexibility to play on the TV or in handheld mode, the Switch 2 turns screen time into quality family time. Emily Glover, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 These are the kinds of turning points that make flexibility essential. Hillary Stalker, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025 Some analysts predict the measures could push Tehran to take a tougher nuclear stance, but the lingering threat of US and Israeli attacks gives Iran’s leaders limited strategic flexibility. Semafor Events, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025 These products often lack flexibility and fail to accommodate the different usage habits of family members. William Jones, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025 Under the new rules, young graduates — in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics or STEM — no longer need backing from a local employer and can enjoy more flexibility in terms for entry frequency and duration of stay. Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025 This adds further operational flexibility. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025 This diversity of spaces, like streets, parks, heritage buildings and soundstages gives Madrid unique flexibility and scale, while also spreading economic benefits across the city. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025 His light feet, natural flexibility and strong hands were reasons to be excited about his college tape, and all of those have translated well to the pro game. Dane Brugler, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flexibility
Noun
  • The facial begins with a medical probe, administered by a Dior aesthetician, that measures your skin’s levels of hydration, elasticity, and collagen—and guides what Akram does next.
    Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2025
  • These stretchy fibers will burn up in high heat and lose their elasticity.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • That changeability brings a need for equally adaptable clothing.
    Nick Hendry, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025
  • The point is not that these are simply interpretations of the world, because an interpretation implies a degree of conscious awareness and changeability that closure often lacks in the moment.
    Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Its efficiency, adaptability, and research potential could transform AI development and neuroscience.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
  • In fact, human activity increased and new technological innovations appeared shortly after, demonstrating humans’ adaptability.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This variability highlights the fragile nature of deskless operations.
    Big Think, Big Think, 22 Sep. 2025
  • While there is an overall drying trend, there is normal variability in arid environments.
    Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Despite these challenges, dealers have demonstrated resilience by remaining open and working diligently around the clock to meet their customers' needs.
    Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
  • While shutdowns aren’t new, the timing of this one may prove to be another test of resilience during uncertain times.
    Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Japan’s political volatility began after Shinzo Abe stepped down as prime minister in 2020.
    Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
  • The impact, however, extends far beyond short-term market volatility.
    Tim Reynolds, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025

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“Flexibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flexibility. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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