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
Byrne the actor turns out to be stretchable in the best sense; her performance is a marvel of tragicomic elasticity.
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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
Researchers in Taiwan have developed a stretchable, self-healing gel that changes color when pulled or heated.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
Smart wearables could benefit from stretchable sensors capable of recovering their functionality even after sustaining significant damage.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
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
Researchers in Taiwan have developed a stretchable, self-healing gel that changes color when pulled or heated.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
Smart wearables could benefit from stretchable sensors capable of recovering their functionality even after sustaining significant damage.
—IEEE Spectrum, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchable
Adjective
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The sneakers are designed with a lightweight EVA midsole for flexible support and a rubber outsole that boosts durability.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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If your schedule is flexible, look at departures on weekdays, especially early and mid-week.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Horford brings a stretch presence that can knock down open shots and score to help navigate the non-Curry minutes more comfortably.—
Jannelle Moore,
Mercury News,
21 Oct. 2025
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The non-stretch jean has a dry indigo wash and features curved legs with an extra seam for structure and oversized back pockets.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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SACs produced from plastic waste showed excellent performance in breaking down diverse micropollutants in water and in boosting clean-energy technologies such as batteries and fuel cells.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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The plastic container with seasoning was broken and soiled.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This set of five mid-rise thongs is designed for yoga and everyday wear, with chafe-resistant flat seams and a stretchy waistband that won’t dig into skin.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Tapata Bootcut Dress Pants These super stretchy Tapata pants come in a variety of colors, including black, charcoal, navy blue, olive, red, white, and even black pinstripe.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The high-waist fit is supportive, and the elastic waistband stretches to move with you.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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These pull-on style pants also have a faux fly, an elastic waistband, and four functional pockets.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Stretchable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchable. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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