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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
But Ricard intends to be flexible with her role.
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Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
As children celebrate the end of the school year, parents across the country are scrambling to piece together summer camps, childcare, vacation days and flexible work arrangements to cover the roughly 10 weeks when school is out.
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ABC News,
18 June 2026
With 10 locations in Utah, Vessel Kitchen is a growing brand with an interesting, flexible concept.
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Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
Another flexible attacker capable of going straight into the starting XI could also arrive at some point this summer.
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Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
As children celebrate the end of the school year, parents across the country are scrambling to piece together summer camps, childcare, vacation days and flexible work arrangements to cover the roughly 10 weeks when school is out.
—
ABC News,
18 June 2026
With 10 locations in Utah, Vessel Kitchen is a growing brand with an interesting, flexible concept.
—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
Another flexible attacker capable of going straight into the starting XI could also arrive at some point this summer.
—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for flexible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flexible
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It’s designed with a square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, convenient side pockets, and a breezy silhouette that won’t cling to you in the sticky heat.
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This one’s made with a blend of recycled materials and spandex, which reviewers say is thick and comfortably smoothing, and features adjustable criss-cross back straps and a shelf bra.
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The relaxed fit offers plenty of comfort while the print keeps things visually interesting.
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Her hosting playbook still sets the tone, even as a new generation reshapes it for a more relaxed era.
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To clean it, pour enough vinegar into a plastic bag so the shower head will be submerged once inside.
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Created in partnership with National Geographic CreativeWorks, the mini documentaries brought the A-list ambassadors to Norway, Japan, Hawaii and Mexico to witness the effects of global warming, overfishing and plastic marine pollution.
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The women’s assortment spans slim, straight, kick flare, boyfriend wide leg and relaxed straight fits made with stretch denim to 100 percent cotton chore jackets and overalls.
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Now on sale for $60, the Levi’s Baggy Cinch Jeans are a slightly more casual wide-leg option that are still perfect for your summer travels with their breathable fit despite their non-stretch, 100 percent cotton construction.
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Each pillow has an outer and inner pillow, offering adaptable support for every type of sleeper.
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Kevin Warsh, the Republican financier who recently took over as the chairman of the Federal Reserve, holds economic views that could, kindly, be described as adaptable.
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That same collection featured additional floral styles, while the cruise 2027 runway showcased heels with orchid embellishments in lush colors and floppy recreations of spider chrysanthemums.
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In many cases, their floppy ears would get shredded, pulled or damaged when chasing wild animals.
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Paraguay scored early, then lost Miguel Almiron to a red card for covering his mouth — a first — but remained resilient enough to bounce back.
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While governments face pressure to invest in adaptation measures, from cooling centers to heat-resilient infrastructure, experts warn that such steps risk addressing the symptoms rather than the cause.
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The unions want their pliant board majority in place through 2032.
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Fennel, cumin, coriander and black pepper perfume sistani, another round flatbread with barley mixed into the wheat flour for a nutty taste and pliant crumb.
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“Flexible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flexible. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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