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
High accuracy The team moved away from the painstaking process of manufacturing chips one by one, adopting a method more akin to movable-type printing.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
That could be a problem for a device with a movable hinge.
—ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026
The easily moveable dining table can quickly be switched out for a low coffee table, creating an adaptable porch to suit any entertaining needs.
—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
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
That could be a problem for a device with a movable hinge.
—ArsTechnica, 14 May 2026
The easily moveable dining table can quickly be switched out for a low coffee table, creating an adaptable porch to suit any entertaining needs.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for movable
Adjective
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Extra portable toilets had to be hauled into Julia Davis Park mid-festival.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Dec. 2025
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This portable table will do the trick.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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With electric all-wheel drive and an adjustable air suspension, the sleek SUV has gull-wing doors.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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An adjustable elastic waistband won’t dig into your skin and cause discomfort during your trek, and a number of handy pockets provide plenty of storage space for your hiking essentials.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The system is also designed to be modular.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Addressing the ‘realities of modern ground combat’ The vehicle’s modular design features a Mission Module Interface that supports integration of specialized payloads, including advanced cameras and EOD tools.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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“Movable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/movable. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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