as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
more research will be required to see if this is a viable solution
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Recent Examples of viable
The top of the light grey bench lifts to reveal storage space, while still being a viable seating option with a weight capacity of up to 400 pounds.
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Starlink’s space dominance has sparked a global scramble to come up with viable alternatives.
—Erika Kinetz, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
The whole idea was to foster programming that isn’t commercially viable but remains culturally and educationally valuable.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2025
The two-state solution—establishing independent Israeli and Palestinian states side by side—is widely viewed by the international community as the most viable path to lasting peace.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 30 July 2025
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Starlink’s space dominance has sparked a global scramble to come up with viable alternatives.
—Erika Kinetz, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
The whole idea was to foster programming that isn’t commercially viable but remains culturally and educationally valuable.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2025
The two-state solution—establishing independent Israeli and Palestinian states side by side—is widely viewed by the international community as the most viable path to lasting peace.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for viable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
Adjective
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Their identifications were made possible by advanced DNA analysis of remains recovered from the attack, along with family outreach, said the OCME.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Look for manufacturers that ship parts into the country as few times as possible, and avoid manufacturers whose process depends on parts and goods crossing the border multiple times.—
Reco McCambry,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For some hourly workers, finding additional income streams is feasible.—
Jenna Hinrichsen,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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At an April townhall meeting, residents demanded a development moratorium be placed on the area, but Graham said that isn’t feasible.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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