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as in useful
capable of being put to use or account
be sure to wear serviceable shoes if you're going to be walking on the rocks along the shore
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
a perfectly serviceable, if old, set of screwdrivers worked fine for repairing the door
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the acting was serviceable, although not particularly inspired
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Recent Examples of serviceable
But while that’s serviceable, Plaud’s system is much more useful.
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Dwight Silverman, Houston Chronicle, 31 Jan. 2026
If Jarrett Stidham remains turnover free and is at least serviceable, the conference’s top seed has a path at pulling off the upset without its star quarterback.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
The headphones have a fully serviceable construction that’s made from premium materials and components that reflect the brand’s commitment to sustainability through longevity.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Alone, a Whiskey Sour without an egg white is a serviceable, if incomplete, cocktail.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
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Dwight Silverman, Houston Chronicle, 31 Jan. 2026
If Jarrett Stidham remains turnover free and is at least serviceable, the conference’s top seed has a path at pulling off the upset without its star quarterback.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
The headphones have a fully serviceable construction that’s made from premium materials and components that reflect the brand’s commitment to sustainability through longevity.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Alone, a Whiskey Sour without an egg white is a serviceable, if incomplete, cocktail.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serviceable
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January 20 – February 18 New ideas connect friends in surprisingly useful ways.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The number is most useful as an upper-end benchmark; individual budgets will vary.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Some questions may be adapted into full columns, and transcripts of the chats remain available after each session concludes.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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The family of a man fatally shot during a homecoming event at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania has filed a lawsuit against the school, alleging the university's failure to maintain adequate security and promptly respond to warnings of potential violence contributed to his death.—
Frederick Sutton Sinclair,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Through its role in calming the nervous system and supporting antioxidant activity, adequate magnesium may also help reduce puffiness and support calmer-looking skin.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Downey Fire Department rescue vehicle that responded was not equipped with a Tremco anti-theft locking device required under state law and applicable Fire Department standards, the family’s attorneys argue.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Under the law applicable to dependent administrations, the home-builder was required to commence a lawsuit in the court of original probate jurisdiction in which the estate was pending within 90 days after the rejection date, or its claim would be barred.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Smoke alarms should also be checked and operable, the FDNY said.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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They’re commonly used in modern or mid-century designs and are often paired with operable windows below to balance daylight and ventilation.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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There are plenty of bars and pubs in downtown Atlanta, but for those looking to enjoy a decent meal and avoid some of the crowds, check out these eight bars offering good food and great sports viewing vibes around metro Atlanta.—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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The 2012 draft brought a decent linebacker in Olivier Vernon and squeezed one 1,00-yard season from running back Lamar Miller.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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Scott received her master's in leadership from Belhaven University and has a bachelor's in applied psychology from Christian Brothers University.—
Lucas Finton,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
2 Mar. 2026
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The system responded within milliseconds, fast enough to support real-time reactions such as pulling away from harmful contact or reducing applied force during interaction.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2026
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When the answer wasn’t satisfactory, Miller reported the company to the Better Business Bureau.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
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But could not get a satisfactory picture from all this information.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Serviceable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serviceable. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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