adaptable
adjective
adapt·able
ə-ˈdap-tə-bəl 
a-
: capable of being or becoming adapted
plants that are easily adaptable to colder climates
Examples of adaptable in a Sentence
an adaptable tool that combines a screwdriver, a corkscrew, and pliers
an activities director who's adaptable to any kind of situation
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Karl Moore, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
This pendant light is adaptable to sloped ceilings, has an adjustable height, and can be dimmed to deliver the perfect overhead glow day or night.
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Cunha’s familiarity with that position behind the striker in a 3-4-2-1 formation enhances his appeal for United, who want adaptable players but also need new signings to hit the ground running.
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There's plenty more to these buds, including clear and focused sound with excellent instrumental separation, adaptable transparency mode to keep your ears safe while staying environmentally aware, and advanced features like spatial audio with head tracking for deeper sonic immersion.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 27 May 2025
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Karl Moore, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
This pendant light is adaptable to sloped ceilings, has an adjustable height, and can be dimmed to deliver the perfect overhead glow day or night.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Why is a new No 10 important for Amorim?
Analysis by Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell
Cunha’s familiarity with that position behind the striker in a 3-4-2-1 formation enhances his appeal for United, who want adaptable players but also need new signings to hit the ground running.
—Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 1 June 2025
There's plenty more to these buds, including clear and focused sound with excellent instrumental separation, adaptable transparency mode to keep your ears safe while staying environmentally aware, and advanced features like spatial audio with head tracking for deeper sonic immersion.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 27 May 2025
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“Adaptable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adaptable. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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