Definition of reparablenext

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Recent Examples of reparable Despite being reparable, malfunctioning coffee machines, electric kettles, irons, and the like were ending up in landfills. — Anne Pinto-Rodrigues, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Jan. 2025 The building suffered reparable damage, but renovation efforts have been thwarted, according to owner James Touhuni. — Brian Maffly, The Salt Lake Tribune, 14 Mar. 2021 Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in the world, but are often reparable with a very low-cost surgery that inserts a new lens. — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 18 June 2020 The city's official position was that the soldier was not reparable. — The Washington Post, AL.com, 20 July 2017 The escalation of tensions between Qatar and key Gulf states is neither new nor completely reparable. — Aaron David Miller and Jason M. Brodsky, CNN, 7 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reparable
Adjective
  • After studying the game, Miami’s coaches believe the issues that stunted their second-half offense are correctable going forward.
    — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The good news is that these losses are measurable and often correctable.
    — Brynn Cooksey, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The folding shell is made of a weather-resistant fabric membrane, while replaceable cladding and repairable parts are designed to enhance its durability.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Crucially, the repairable handset is now available for the first time in the US.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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“Reparable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reparable. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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