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as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
a workable plan for attracting a minor league team to the city
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as in useful
capable of being put to use or account
a workable solution to the state's growing financial woes
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Recent Examples of workable
State your position directly, then offer a workable option so cooperation can move forward without pressure.
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
How and When to Plant Quinoa Start planting quinoa in the spring as soon as the soil is workable.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Be honest about what’s workable, and let creativity thrive within boundaries.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
Although Rolder’s short arm length could give him some trouble with block-shedding, several workable pieces on his profile likely speak to what Buffalo would go for in its new defense at a reduced cost.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
How and When to Plant Quinoa Start planting quinoa in the spring as soon as the soil is workable.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Be honest about what’s workable, and let creativity thrive within boundaries.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
Although Rolder’s short arm length could give him some trouble with block-shedding, several workable pieces on his profile likely speak to what Buffalo would go for in its new defense at a reduced cost.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for workable
Adjective
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The company has raced to buy as much computing power as possible, making $600 billion in spending commitments last year.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Determined to rise to the occasion and work out every possible kink, Daisy sets out to resolve conflicts between the stews and in the galley.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2026
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Something casual could become useful quickly.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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If a thick field guide covering all the plants growing along the Front Range feels intimidating, apps can be useful, Mowen says.—
Jamie Siebrase,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
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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
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Wellness initiatives—which are covered by health insurance, when applicable—to improve nutrition and exercise and that teach skills around stress management and sleep will be key to helping women manage their menopause symptoms more effectively.—
Shirley Velasquez,
Flow Space,
11 May 2026
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Both groups’ standards include conserving water, wildlife and biodiversity as well as compliance with applicable forestry laws to keep ecosystems healthy.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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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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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 A sharp conversation could unlock practical momentum surprisingly fast today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
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What begins as one practical step could raise your profile significantly.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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And because flowers don’t last long, long-term storage is less viable, making shipments more vulnerable to unexpected disruptions like the surge in energy prices this year, said Charlie Hall, professor of international floriculture at Texas A&M University.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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By that standard, the field of viable revival candidates is much smaller than the raw inventory suggests.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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Meanwhile, New York’s share of national creative jobs has declined across key industries, including film and television, advertising, music production, performing arts, and applied design.—
Lola W. Brabham,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
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Fall spent nearly four years as vice president for applied sciences at technology research nonprofit MITRE.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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“Workable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workable. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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