as in movable
capable of being moved especially with ease
a portable stereo system
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Recent Examples of portable
There is also a new portable charging case for the Oura Ring 5 that stores one month of battery.
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Claire Peltier, ABC News, 28 May 2026
The simple graham cracker crust and tangy cream cheese filling make a light, portable, make-ahead dessert that's great for potlucks and picnics.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
The new design launches with an optional new portable charger for $99.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Best traditional portable generators Capable of supplying up to 900 watts of constant power, yet weighing just 28 pounds and producing an average of 52 dBA of noise at a ¼ load, the EF2200iS offers the perfect balance of portability and performance for many users.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for portable
Claire Peltier, ABC News, 28 May 2026
The simple graham cracker crust and tangy cream cheese filling make a light, portable, make-ahead dessert that's great for potlucks and picnics.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
The new design launches with an optional new portable charger for $99.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Best traditional portable generators Capable of supplying up to 900 watts of constant power, yet weighing just 28 pounds and producing an average of 52 dBA of noise at a ¼ load, the EF2200iS offers the perfect balance of portability and performance for many users.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for portable
Adjective
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The moveable feast, which cruises along Fort Lauderdale’s Intracoastal Waterway, will raise funds for LGBTQ-youth organizations and feature a live DJ, open bar and positive vibes.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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And that pick being moveable would make it so the Pacers would have four first-round picks that could be moved in deals.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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This modular approach could also simplify large-scale battery deployment, allowing manufacturers to streamline production lines while reducing redesign requirements across different vehicle platforms and energy storage systems.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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His goal was to make the proof as modular as possible, allowing many people to make small contributions.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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But Reuters is the first to report the extent of the launch-pad network linked to the octagons; recent military activity around one of the facilities; and analysts’ assessments that the pads could field mobile missile launchers and electronic-warfare operations.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Officials also said attendees will be required to use a mobile app to access the festival, allowing organizers to monitor attendance numbers.—
Ben Wheeler
May 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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That's evident in aerodynamic features like the front side spoilers, five-position adjustable rear wing, hood duct, and fender ducts.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 06,
New Atlas,
6 June 2026
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An insulated beverage holder keeps drinks cool, while a large zippered storage pocket and adjustable armrests add convenience for camping, tailgating beach days and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Portable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/portable. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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