as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
stretchable gloves stretchable bandages
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Recent Examples of stretchable
The squishy toys are made of a soft, stretchable material and filled with sand.
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Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
These incredibly flexible pants are crafted from a stretchable ponte fabric.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026
The stretchable electrolyte can also be used in flexible batteries for medical applications.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
The stretchable length of Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün make for entertaining lineups.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Before these displays can come to market, however, stability issues inherent to all stretchable OLEDs need to be solved, Wang says.
—Perri Thaler, IEEE Spectrum, 14 Jan. 2026
Byrne the actor turns out to be stretchable in the best sense; her performance is a marvel of tragicomic elasticity.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
Many will utilize stretchable fabric that allows for a full range of motion.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Sep. 2025
Pascal, who starred in the Marvel movie of the summer as stretchable man Reed Richards, joins costars Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in goofing off on set.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
These incredibly flexible pants are crafted from a stretchable ponte fabric.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026
The stretchable electrolyte can also be used in flexible batteries for medical applications.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026
The stretchable length of Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün make for entertaining lineups.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Before these displays can come to market, however, stability issues inherent to all stretchable OLEDs need to be solved, Wang says.
—Perri Thaler, IEEE Spectrum, 14 Jan. 2026
Byrne the actor turns out to be stretchable in the best sense; her performance is a marvel of tragicomic elasticity.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
Many will utilize stretchable fabric that allows for a full range of motion.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Sep. 2025
Pascal, who starred in the Marvel movie of the summer as stretchable man Reed Richards, joins costars Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in goofing off on set.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchable
Adjective
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Between 48 percent off platform sandals that feel just as cushioned as sneakers, to 60 percent off flexible, low-profile sneakers that’ll never challenge an overpacked suitcase, any of the shoes below will carry you through your summer outings in style.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Surrounding this zipper mechanism is a stretch fabric that adapts to the unique contours of your foot.—
Amina Ayoud,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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Her final piece is a neon legging and bra set made from stretch mesh.—
Kaio Cesar,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Which is better, glass or plastic hummingbird feeders?—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Placing foods in plastic containers that are still hot, using containers for an prolonged period and exposing it repeatedly to the dishwasher can all lead to the release of chemicals.—
Gavin Escott,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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This stretchy one-piece is a simple grab-and-go outfit that works just as well for running errands as for a night out with the girls when styled with jewelry and accessories.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Another common issue is sliding off the sleeping pad, and this was solved by adding stretchy hoops to the bags to hold the inflatable mattress underneath.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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They’re finished with a low-rise elastic waistband and subtly cropped hems that are designed to hit just above the ankles on most people.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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These wide-leg culottes offer a full-length alternative to the gauchos trend, but rest assured they’re still designed for comfort with an elastic waistband and a skirt-like fit.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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“Stretchable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchable. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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