multipurpose

Definition of multipurposenext

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Recent Examples of multipurpose Whether that area is confined to a city balcony or a modest suburban backyard, clever planning, smart planting, and flexible design can craft a multipurpose garden. — Jesse Dorris, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 Its ingenious, multipurpose formula is ideal for me, who becomes stressed when my minimalist makeup routine involves more than four products. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 20 June 2026 Previous phases added multipurpose turf fields, playgrounds, a challenge course, and a backyard games area with bocce and croquet courts, among other amenities. — Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2026 Browse And Shop For Work By Local Makers At Maker Exchange, a multipurpose public space located by The Tennessean Hotel, Marriott Knoxville Downtown, and World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, bright colors and graphic patterns draw visitors inside. — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for multipurpose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
Adjective
  • About that price The $599 M4 Mac mini was a tiny, affordable desktop computer with as much speed and memory as most people need for general-purpose computing.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The package contains 20,000 MK-84 and 20,000 BLU-117 bombs, which are both powerful, general-purpose heavy munitions, along with other explosives, the sources said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • The first statement is a far cry from anything one can imagine Mike Leigh saying; the second, at San Sebastián, felt a more universal ideal.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Denim is one of the most universal materials in contemporary culture.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 25 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
  • The challenge is that modernization is not simply about adding more technology, but is about creating an operation that is more adaptable, more visible and ultimately easier for people to manage.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Rather than a basic cell update, the system is a adaptable modular architecture that integrates into existing vehicle lines.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • Things that are versatile, that will last a lifetime, will give you so much more than anything else.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Quince’s mid-hip coat is a versatile basic made with luxe Italian wool, while Free People’s slouchier, intentionally oversized option leaves plenty of room to layer chunky sweaters.
    — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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