as in personable
in good enough condition to be seen by someone
I have to make myself presentable before our guests arrive. a presentable appearance
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Recent Examples of presentable
To create the showbiz charade of being a beast in the ring and a nice presentable housewife the rest of the time.
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
At international level, the service is not always so presentable, and at times, Pajor might be feeding off scraps.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 30 June 2025
The Jolly Rancher family probably considers this flavor an unkempt cousin who’s always late and one missed shower away from looking presentable at the function.
—Pete Cottell, Wired News, 12 June 2025
The firm is established as a go-to for legendary gentlemen in real life and on the big screen, from Winston Churchill’s Siren Suit, which enabled the prime minister to get presentable in a hurry during WWII air raids, to Robert Redford’s plethora of pastel shirting in The Great Gatsby.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025
At international level, the service is not always so presentable, and at times, Pajor might be feeding off scraps.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 30 June 2025
The Jolly Rancher family probably considers this flavor an unkempt cousin who’s always late and one missed shower away from looking presentable at the function.
—Pete Cottell, Wired News, 12 June 2025
The firm is established as a go-to for legendary gentlemen in real life and on the big screen, from Winston Churchill’s Siren Suit, which enabled the prime minister to get presentable in a hurry during WWII air raids, to Robert Redford’s plethora of pastel shirting in The Great Gatsby.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presentable
Adjective
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Students suggested the chatbot use more personable small talk, and one questioned who would have access to their discussions beyond Bullitt's counseling staff.—
Krista Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
8 Oct. 2025
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Our opinion contributors and columnists discuss everything that Hoosiers are talking about right now with a more nuanced and personable voice.—
Kurtcia Collazo,
IndyStar,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Brew a pot of dark-roasted coffee to make your kitchen smell pleasant.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 Oct. 2025
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Instead of colorful foliage and leaf-peeping, an autumnal escape here means uncrowded beaches, pleasant temperatures in the mid-80s, and a wealth of cultural programming and events, many of which are free.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But 20 goals is a decent start.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Getting a decent price has been a longstanding issue for farmers who are increasingly turning to crops like corn and sugarcane that are more lucrative and less labor-intensive.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Aspen Nature Loop – Another easy and lovely hike is Aspen Nature Loop, just across the parking lot from Kachina Trail.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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But another lovely thing this week has been the life of the mind.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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As the two lovers, Robin Wright as the comely princess and Cary Elwes as her loving swain are engaging and appealing.—
Duane Byrge,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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Coach builder Zagato didn’t just rebody an Alpine A110 to create this comely and current longtail.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The behemoth Edey had a respectable rookie season but required June ankle surgery, while undersized energizer Clarke has never played more than 64 games in his six pro seasons and doesn’t seem likely to break the streak.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
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Bill was rapidly moving uphill in a slightly circuitous route that would bring him into the open a respectable distance from the bear.—
Marguerite Reiss,
Outdoor Life,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This game was not pretty for the home side.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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The mask itself is pretty user-friendly and is well-designed for most faces.—
Samantha Leal,
StyleCaster,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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His free-throw stroke looked good, buoyed by sinking all but two of his eight attempts.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Oct. 2025
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Another factor is whether your partnership's no-trump range is a strict 15-17 or includes good 14-counts.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Presentable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presentable. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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