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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
In his veto letter, Polis questioned whether the proposal would survive lawsuits, provide any tangible benefit or even be workable for Colorado businesses.
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Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
If robotaxis are going to scale, cities and states need a policy framework to support compliance, while creating a faster control layer built around machine-readable communication systems and workable enforcement to keep the industry’s hard lessons from staying siloed.
—David Roberts, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Fried said this kill switch is what makes the arrangement workable.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Show your generous leadership by offering a clear plan with two workable options, then invite feedback and keep the energy light so people join you willingly.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
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Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
If robotaxis are going to scale, cities and states need a policy framework to support compliance, while creating a faster control layer built around machine-readable communication systems and workable enforcement to keep the industry’s hard lessons from staying siloed.
—David Roberts, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Fried said this kill switch is what makes the arrangement workable.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Show your generous leadership by offering a clear plan with two workable options, then invite feedback and keep the energy light so people join you willingly.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for workable
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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,
17 June 2026
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Tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area beginning early Wednesday, and are expected within the warning area beginning later on Wednesday.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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The resulting material delivers an energy content comparable to anthracite coal, offering a potential pathway for turning difficult waste streams into useful resources.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Our expert take The Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express is a low-fee card with generous cash-back rewards and useful ongoing benefits, such as a monthly Disney Bundle credit.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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The auto sector's transition is achievable in part because many of the underlying skills of employees are highly transferable, according to experts.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Getty Images/iStockphoto In the volatile economic terrain of recent years, saving a large, five-figure sum of money wasn't easily achievable for many.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Whether compensation is available, though, will depend on the circumstances, the parties involved and applicable state laws.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Jurors unanimously concluded Musk’s claims were filed too late and fell outside the applicable statute of limitations.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
15 June 2026
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Some companies that recognize quantum technology’s importance lack a feasible deployment strategy.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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But is this economically feasible?—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Your creativity is flowing and needs a practical outlet during the Cancer moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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This approach also created a practical niche beneath the staircase, providing a convenient place for books, phones, watches, and other personal items while adding a sense of home to the journey.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
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Questions such as whether the technology is ready for their industry, what viable use cases exist, and what the costs and complexities look like often remain unanswered.—
Dr. Jonathan Reichental,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Siazon decided to turn a childhood memory of making pickles with her family into a viable business.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The latter is key to a Choisne design that recently joined the permanent collection at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum—the world’s largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts, and design.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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Brenda McAleer, dean of the College of Professional Studies at the University of Maine at Augusta — which is preparing to offer a bachelor’s of applied public administration — said the degrees were designed for adults who already have some work experience or have taken some college courses.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
4 June 2026
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“Workable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workable. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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