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
Black Bear spokesperson Evan Nierman said the company kicked out the Vipers because the club’s participation numbers were declining and the rink needed a growing team to stay viable.
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Kenny Jacoby, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Fourteen candidates are on the ballot, though only five, including Pratt, are viewed as viable contenders heading into the June 2 primary.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2026
Should Villaraigosa supporters determine that Becerra is more viable and shift their vote, Becerra would be virtually tied with Steyer.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
At the top, Luis Campusano has reasserted himself as viable option in the majors after a couple years seemingly in purgatory.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
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Kenny Jacoby, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Fourteen candidates are on the ballot, though only five, including Pratt, are viewed as viable contenders heading into the June 2 primary.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2026
Should Villaraigosa supporters determine that Becerra is more viable and shift their vote, Becerra would be virtually tied with Steyer.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
At the top, Luis Campusano has reasserted himself as viable option in the majors after a couple years seemingly in purgatory.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
Adjective
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Closing arguments are on Thursday, and a decision from an advisory jury and the judge overseeing the case, Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, are possible next week.—
John Ruwitch,
NPR,
12 May 2026
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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During a Monday call with analysts to discuss Paramount’s first-quarter earnings, the tech scion said the target was achievable because his management team would maintain current levels of production.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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Discover our quick, achievable ideas to prep your home for the season in just minutes.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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While this chemical reversal typically requires extreme temperatures, these new multimetallic catalysts provide a feasible solution for driving the reaction under such demanding industrial conditions.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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Regalado also praised Kelly for submitting a detailed breakdown on why its expansion plans wouldn’t be feasible inside the UDB — including the need for extensive indoor storage for the electric tractors that are considered key to future Caterpillar sales.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
5 May 2026
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Where to stay in and around Yosemite Staying overnight inside or near Yosemite allows for quick and easy access to the park, making early entrance more attainable.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Think open hiking trails, relaxing inns at a more attainable value, and cool mornings with warm afternoons.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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