as in movable
having parts that can be connected or combined in different ways
In many offices, desks are separated by modular walls that can be moved around.
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Recent Examples of modular
For years, housing experts have cited modular construction as a way for California to accelerate development and tame chronically high building costs.
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Dan Walters, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Critically, both projects rely on modular units that are expensive to deploy, and once operational, can’t be upgraded or even repaired.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 2 Apr. 2026
Tony Woods is the founder and CEO of Midland Steel, based in Ireland, which has an exclusive licensing agreement with Nucor, where its modular rebar technology is used in U.S. data center construction.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
The company’s investment in the factory and an initial fleet of the modular units totals roughly $200 million.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 18 Mar. 2026
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Dan Walters, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
Critically, both projects rely on modular units that are expensive to deploy, and once operational, can’t be upgraded or even repaired.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 2 Apr. 2026
Tony Woods is the founder and CEO of Midland Steel, based in Ireland, which has an exclusive licensing agreement with Nucor, where its modular rebar technology is used in U.S. data center construction.
—Zach Halaschak, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
The company’s investment in the factory and an initial fleet of the modular units totals roughly $200 million.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modular
Adjective
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The radar, which is split between multiple movable trailers, appears to have since been removed from the tent and is out in the open.—
Gonzalo Zegarra,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2026
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Two grand staircases leading to the upper floor frame an entryway that will be covered with a movable wall.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Mar. 2026
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There was experimental literature in which the role of the author could be tweaked; in popular fiction, authorship could be a flexible concept.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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According to experts, someone can be easygoing without being passive, or flexible while also staying engaged.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the team has also built a wearable back support device that combines soft materials with adjustable assistance.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Coach Waverly Natural Grain Leather Shoulder Bag has an adjustable strap to convert into a crossbody, and it’s marked down in the prettiest, spring-y shade of green.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
3 Apr. 2026
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The work ethic, the pattern recognition, the ability to execute under pressure, the capacity to build relationships and lead teams and navigate uncertainty—these are portable assets.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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An immersion blender is a convenient and portable option that works best to blend, purée, chop and crush smaller amounts of food.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Modular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modular. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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