as in plastic
capable of being easily molded or modeled
as the clay dries out, it becomes less and less moldable
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Recent Examples of moldable
The two are combined to form a moldable substance which can be applied and shaped over the natural nail, extended to sculpt, or applied over a tip.
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Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 20 Jan. 2026
Fast-forward to 2026, and Poliderakis has sold his interest in the product, which has become a 100% Merino wool balaclava known as the Stratus … and the SureFit model works with glasses, thanks to a moldable nose bridge!
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
With a true 101-millimeter last, the GT delivers a snug, heat-moldable fit that opens for comfort, while the extended toebox keeps toes warm all day without feeling loose.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 19 Nov. 2025
Growing pots of money now resemble liquid sand, moldable into whatever shape will fit the money hole in front of it.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2025
The sensory bins include sensory sand, a kind of sand that is soft, moldable, and holds its shape.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 20 Jan. 2026
Fast-forward to 2026, and Poliderakis has sold his interest in the product, which has become a 100% Merino wool balaclava known as the Stratus … and the SureFit model works with glasses, thanks to a moldable nose bridge!
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
With a true 101-millimeter last, the GT delivers a snug, heat-moldable fit that opens for comfort, while the extended toebox keeps toes warm all day without feeling loose.
—Jenny Wiegand, Outside, 19 Nov. 2025
Growing pots of money now resemble liquid sand, moldable into whatever shape will fit the money hole in front of it.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 28 Oct. 2025
The sensory bins include sensory sand, a kind of sand that is soft, moldable, and holds its shape.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moldable
Adjective
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Patrons may also bring a clear, empty plastic bottle, though bottles will not be permitted in general admission areas.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2026
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It is sealed in a plastic bag stapled to an affidavit, which explains that the drive contains evidence the prosecution intends to use.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The adaptable dining and lounging areas offer enough room for up to 12 seafarers.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2026
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Also, be flexible and adaptable with your plans.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Moldable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moldable. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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