as in general-purpose
having more than one use or purpose
multipurpose furniture The band practiced in the school's multipurpose room.
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Recent Examples of multipurpose
That’s why multipurpose furniture like this 3-in-1 outdoor sofa is the way to go.
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Shea Simmons, People.com, 5 May 2025
The complex’s outdoor component is expected to include eight full-sized baseball fields with artificial turf infields, which can convert to 14 youth baseball or softball fields, or to multipurpose fields for lacrosse, soccer or flag football.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2025
And, of course, some models are multipurpose and can steam clean everything from floors to upholstery to grout and tile.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2025
However, some are multipurpose and can be used on soft surfaces, such as sofas, pillows and mattresses, to sanitize and deodorize them.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
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Shea Simmons, People.com, 5 May 2025
The complex’s outdoor component is expected to include eight full-sized baseball fields with artificial turf infields, which can convert to 14 youth baseball or softball fields, or to multipurpose fields for lacrosse, soccer or flag football.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 17 Apr. 2025
And, of course, some models are multipurpose and can steam clean everything from floors to upholstery to grout and tile.
—Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2025
However, some are multipurpose and can be used on soft surfaces, such as sofas, pillows and mattresses, to sanitize and deodorize them.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for multipurpose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
Adjective
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Most general-purpose insecticides will control them.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 May 2025
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Nearly half of all retail card applications are submitted by people with subprime or no credit scores, and the card companies behind them approve applications at a higher rate than for general-purpose cards, the CFPB said.—
Hugh Son,Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Doves are a universal sign of peace, which makes these an extra thoughtful hostess gift.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
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There is great literature to pull from with universal themes.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Its adaptable, low-profile design fits into a variety of spaces without the bulk of traditional units.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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These foundational elements – robust infrastructure, accessible data, adaptable governance – might not grab headlines like breakthroughs in model training.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The singers showcase the Lip Glaze’s versatile shades on their diverse skin tones.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
9 May 2025
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While everything is versatile enough to warrant endless wear, each pick is also under $100.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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The regular wide version has been my go-to choice for trips for the past year, proving itself a capable all-round pad.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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How can Manchester City control games in and out of possession when its best player and top scorer offers so little in terms of his all-round play?—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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