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as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
fortunately, that working mother has a very flexible schedule for her office job
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as in relaxed
not bound by rigid standards
parents with a flexible attitude when it comes to the children's bedtime
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as in plastic
able to bend easily without breaking
the tent was held up by crisscrossing flexible rods threaded through the top
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as in stretch
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
used a flexible plastic for the toy
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Recent Examples of flexible
These light and flexible adventure shoes, however, are ideal for kayaking—and paddling, beach walks, or any other impromptu trek involving water.
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Clay Abney, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2025
On a healthy plant, the roots will be creamy white or tan colored, sturdy, and flexible.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2025
These flexible options make Optery the winner in the pricing matchup.
—PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2025
Made from a breathable knit material, the sneakers are flexible and keep feet cool and comfortable.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
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Clay Abney, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2025
On a healthy plant, the roots will be creamy white or tan colored, sturdy, and flexible.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2025
These flexible options make Optery the winner in the pricing matchup.
—PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2025
Made from a breathable knit material, the sneakers are flexible and keep feet cool and comfortable.
—Jeaneen Russell, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for flexible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flexible
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In fact, natural is the word to sum up Chapman, a host who, like Artie Bucco, could be described as warm and convivial, who rarely fails to ask piercing questions devoid of cliches and has a relaxed but authoritative style.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
17 Aug. 2025
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This top is made from buttery soft, lightweight fabric and features a relaxed fit similar to the one Holmes wore.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Similar decisions have been made across the industry, which relies heavily on manufacturers based in China to produce the intricate wood and plastic pieces board games depend on.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Transfer to a baking dish or resealable plastic bag and add the chicken, tossing to coat.—
Essence,
Essence,
22 Aug. 2025
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Mark Ix, Advance Denim’s director of North American marketing, said Infinity enables a new level of stretch performance with exceptional yields and comfort.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Aug. 2025
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Herbert handed off to running back Kimani Vidal on a stretch rush to the left.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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For Leibovitz, the journey has always been about staying alert, adaptable and deeply engaged with the world.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Cool, creamy and endlessly adaptable, yogurt has been winning over food lovers for centuries.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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From the legendary Diana Ross—who lasted attended in ‘03—to Zendaya's stunning white suit and floppy hat, these are the Met Gala 2025 looks that stood out and made an impact, according to Glamour editors.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
6 May 2025
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The look was completed with gray pleated trousers, a floppy black hat, a shiny black leather handbag and a chunky gold stack of bracelets worn on her left hand.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Liveness detection is one of several tools organizations can use to meet this moment, protect users and build resilient, digital trust.—
Mohamed Lazzouni,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The seasoned attorney then built Oak Grove to make estate planning accessible, thoughtful, and resilient for families.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
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This led Liu to wonder if these pliant electronics might keep up with the mutable nature of embryonic brains.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
11 June 2025
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These moves give China not only privileged access to economic assets but also political leverage over a pliant neighbor within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), tightening its grip on a region central to its ambitions.—
Ye Myo Hein,
Foreign Affairs,
17 Apr. 2025
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Across conversations over the past two years, people who have worked in the footballing department and beyond have described him as a perfect, pliable pupil.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
11 Aug. 2025
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Amid the passing guest stars, Ortega remains the show’s only sustaining highlight, giving a performance that’s as precise as her character is pliable.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Flexible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flexible. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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