variants
or moveable
as in portable
capable of being moved especially with ease
any furniture that is not movable will be covered with protective cloths by the painters
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Recent Examples of movable
The easily moveable dining table can quickly be switched out for a low coffee table, creating an adaptable porch to suit any entertaining needs.
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The breathable foam cushions unfold to create a cozy snoozing or hangout space, complete with moveable armrests and soft-to-the-touch corduroy fabric that’s removable for easy cleaning.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2026
Single chains which had been slung across the entrances at night, and were easily stepped over, were replaced with the movable barriers.
—Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
And there aren’t a ton of movable contracts, either.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 May 2026
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
The breathable foam cushions unfold to create a cozy snoozing or hangout space, complete with moveable armrests and soft-to-the-touch corduroy fabric that’s removable for easy cleaning.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 May 2026
Single chains which had been slung across the entrances at night, and were easily stepped over, were replaced with the movable barriers.
—Lincoln Anderson, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
And there aren’t a ton of movable contracts, either.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for movable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for movable
Adjective
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For mosquito protection on the go, try a portable Thermacell repeller that can fit in your back pocket or clip onto your belt.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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The range will include flagship home routers and whole-home mesh systems, as well as portable travel networking and client devices.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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With adjustable tank top straps and a full skirt, this one-piece swimsuit almost looks like an exercise dress from the back.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Wedges take a sandal, thicken the sole considerably and add an adjustable heel strap.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Moreover, the vessel features a highly modular 150-metric-ton payload capacity that can accommodate standard ISO containers for logistics, research, and surveillance missions.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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Extensive use of modular construction and off-site fabrication is required.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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“Movable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/movable. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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