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
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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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for portable
Adjective
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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
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Truly domesticating bees required a hive with movable frames, one that would allow beekeepers to examine their bees and harvest honey without destroying the colony.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Moreover, the vessel features a highly modular 150-metric-ton payload capacity that can accommodate standard ISO containers for logistics, research, and surveillance missions.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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Extensive use of modular construction and off-site fabrication is required.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
1 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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With adjustable tank top straps and a full skirt, this one-piece swimsuit almost looks like an exercise dress from the back.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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Wedges take a sandal, thicken the sole considerably and add an adjustable heel strap.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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“Portable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/portable. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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