multipurpose

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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
  • The Structural Necessity of Open Distribution The competitive standing of large language models is secondary to a broader structural condition governing the diffusion of general-purpose technologies.
    Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • That means the general-purpose microprocessor — Intel’s mainstay — is finding favor again.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 July 2026
Adjective
  • That comparison included compensation and related employment costs, and it should not be treated as a universal labor-market benchmark.
    Simon C. Lee, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • That said, a recent Europe-wide survey by EU-OSHA reveals that concerns about excessive heat are becoming increasingly universal, with one in five workers reporting unhealthy exposure to extreme temperatures and around one in eight to intense sun.
    Oliver Balch, Fortune, 27 July 2026
Adjective
  • The self-tie waist and adjustable spaghetti straps create a more customized fit, while the lightweight fabric flatters the body without clinging.
    Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026
  • Plus, it’s made with pockets and an adjustable waist to get the fit just right.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 July 2026
Adjective
  • Looking ahead, the sector demands foresight, anticipating future requirements driven by automation and AI to design adaptable spaces.
    James Nelson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • The opportunity may arrive quicker than expected, but the deeper lesson lies in our ability to remain adaptable.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Adjective
  • This means high-quality materials, excellent fit and versatile pieces that build lasting wardrobes.
    David Moin, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
  • Final Thoughts on How to Fish a Popper A popper is one of the most versatile topwater lures out there.
    Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026

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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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