as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
architects designed the arena to be easily modifiable for staging a variety of events
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Recent Examples of modifiable
While researchers don’t fully understand the mechanism, smoking is the strongest modifiable risk factor.
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Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Display dimming and other features Many buyers prefer digital wall clocks that can dim or that include otherwise modifiable displays.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Although often underappreciated, depression is associated with a comparable, and sometimes higher, risk for dementia than cardiovascular health, which has has long been considered a key modifiable risk factor.
—Eric J. Nestler, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Weight is another modifiable risk factor to consider when looking to support brain and overall health.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Researchers also utilized a version of that score focused on modifiable dementia risk factors, meaning those that a person can change or manage.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The finding suggests that sodium intake may be a modifiable risk factor for memory decline in older males.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Glock is also easily modifiable with an aftermarket third-party device colloquially known as a Glock switch.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
High cholesterol in women can arise from modifiable factors like diet and activity, or non-modifiable ones like age, hormones, and genetics.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Display dimming and other features Many buyers prefer digital wall clocks that can dim or that include otherwise modifiable displays.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Although often underappreciated, depression is associated with a comparable, and sometimes higher, risk for dementia than cardiovascular health, which has has long been considered a key modifiable risk factor.
—Eric J. Nestler, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Weight is another modifiable risk factor to consider when looking to support brain and overall health.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Researchers also utilized a version of that score focused on modifiable dementia risk factors, meaning those that a person can change or manage.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The finding suggests that sodium intake may be a modifiable risk factor for memory decline in older males.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Glock is also easily modifiable with an aftermarket third-party device colloquially known as a Glock switch.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
High cholesterol in women can arise from modifiable factors like diet and activity, or non-modifiable ones like age, hormones, and genetics.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifiable
Adjective
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It was triggered, in his telling, by the record oil price spike of June 2008, which forced ordinary households to absorb more than $2,000 in additional energy costs on top of adjustable-rate mortgage resets that were already squeezing them.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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The 16-way adjustable sport seats are standard, while performance seats shelled in carbon fiber—presenting more aggressive thigh and shoulder bolsters—are optionally available.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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The participation underscores a growing emphasis on connecting local publishing with global production pipelines, positioning literary properties as adaptable assets within co-production and financing frameworks.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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Low-maintenance and adaptable dogwood trees can be beautiful home landscape additions, especially when the flowering varieties are in bloom.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Suburban growth accelerated during COVID, McShane said, especially with flexible working options.—
John Marks,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Company leaders said the expansion reflects growing demand for smaller, more flexible grocery footprints in urban areas.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Modifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifiable. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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