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stretchable

adjective

Definition of stretchablenext
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 In this new work, a soft, stretchable mechanochromic material was developed. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026 Featuring short-sleeves, a V-neck cut, smocked high waist, and wide-leg design, this soft and stretchable jumpsuit provides extreme comfort. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026 This cycle is ideal for washing everything from your stretchable leggings to synthetic, silky work blouses. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 The squishy toys are made of a soft, stretchable material and filled with sand. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 May 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchable
  1. flexible
  2. stretch
  3. plastic
  4. stretchy
  5. elastic
Adjective
  • Researchers fabricated the devices on 4-inch wafers as well as flexible substrates, potentially making the architecture suitable for electronics that need to conform to non-flat surfaces.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The building was collaboratively designed by architecture firms SmithGroup and G&A, and creates more flexible spaces for exhibitions, research, and public interaction.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • The garment, titled the Mermaid Bi Dress, was form-fitted and crafted out of what appeared to be leather and a sheer stretch fabric.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Its stretch material lends mobility and a fully relaxed fit, while the full-zipper closure helps block out the elements.
    — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of stretch
Adjective
  • There are plastic boxes overflowing with personal protective equipment, televisions cued to videos and architectural renderings, and a mini fridge full of refreshments.
    — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Detergent sheets for laundry typically come in slim cardboard boxes rather than plastic jugs, which helps households cut down on plastic waste.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of plastic
Adjective
  • Nothing hits quite like a pair of $39 Levi’s jeans, and this perfectly stretchy, dark-wash option is just what the doctor ordered.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The long-sleeve mock-neck top and wide-leg pull-on pants are made from a lightweight, stretchy polyester-rayon blend with a soft, drapey feel, and the pants have side pockets.
    — Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of stretchy
Adjective
  • Choose from 20 colors and patterns, each with an elastic waistband, deep pockets, and tulip hems.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Rather than forcing you to adapt to a permanently stitched grid of elastic loops, the M3 utilizes heavy-duty, modular pages.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of elastic

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“Stretchable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchable. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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