modular

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Recent Examples of modular The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has become the first American power utility authorized to build a commercial small modular reactor. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026 Those reactors are far larger than the small modular reactors that Valar plans to use, and each costs many billions of dollars to build. — Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 30 Sep. 2026 But the story continues onward from the Pah-Pah because Campanero has further developed that base model to function as the foundation of a modular camping system that grows with young families. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 The newer proposition is their integration into a modular shoe that can shift between indoor comfort and colder outdoor conditions without turning Crocs into a conventional boot. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for modular
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modular
Adjective
  • This month’s Patch Tuesday feature drop includes the movable taskbar, a more configurable Start menu, and an optional Bing-free search experience.
    — Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026
  • However, the extraordinary part is putting it all together, delivering 100 MW net, fitting the system aboard a movable ship, and doing it for $587 million.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Researchers fabricated the devices on 4-inch wafers as well as flexible substrates, potentially making the architecture suitable for electronics that need to conform to non-flat surfaces.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The building was collaboratively designed by architecture firms SmithGroup and G&A, and creates more flexible spaces for exhibitions, research, and public interaction.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • The vanilla satin upper features a T-strap design and a slim strap accenting the ankle with an adjustable buckle.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Acoustic noise-dampening panels compliment the design, while fully-adjustable, electric standing desks make working or in-room dining comfortable.
    — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Approved by frequent travelers, this portable device will effectively set your mind at ease when attempting to enjoy a restful vacation away from potential threats and unknown cameras.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2026
  • These categories cover smaller military drones, ranging from lightweight portable aircraft to larger tactical systems.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Modular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modular. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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