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as in versatile
able to do many different kinds of things
an activities director who's adaptable to any kind of situation
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as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
the caterer's menu is adaptable to specific dietary needs, such as vegan, kosher, or low-fat
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Recent Examples of adaptable
Plus, the shade is hyper-adaptable.
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Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
If your footwear collection is always in flux, an adaptable storage option can be a handy solution.
—Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2025
Below that surface layer that houses some adaptable marine life, there's not much else, because the water remains stagnant and devoid of oxygen and light.
—New Atlas, 28 Dec. 2025
The incident comes as coyote sightings have become more common across urban and suburban South Florida, where the highly adaptable animals find food in rodents, fruit, garbage, outdoor pet food and even bird feeders.
—Theo Karantsalis, Miami Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
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Despite the uncertainty of his role entering training camp, Scott eventually formed a versatile safety trio with Moehrig and Ransom.—
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Just like black and white, gray pants are incredibly versatile.—
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The Sarah Jessica Worn-brand is known for its extreme coziness, but this clog version has a cool adjustable heel strap and hook-and-loop closure that blends functionality with fashion.—
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This incredibly lightweight, breathable windbreaker jacket has an adjustable bungee cord collar and waist for a custom fit, as well as two large pockets at the front.—
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Gently clean the seal regularly baking soda or dish soap to remove mold and keep it flexible.—
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With more than $2 million raised through crowdfunding, Zero Zero Robotics says AQUA has drawn strong interest from watersport enthusiasts looking for a more durable and flexible aerial filming tool.—
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“Adaptable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adaptable. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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