as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
told the bike rental man that a ten-speed with four broken gears was not acceptable
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Recent Examples of acceptable
If acceptable documentation was not provided, the commissioner ordered deportation.
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Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Mar. 2025
Most of the Dolphins’ big-money players — quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, wide receivers Hill and Jaylen Waddle, cornerback Jalen Ramsey, Chubb and Armstead — have performed at an acceptable level, except against playoff teams.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov echoed these feelings, but again noted that the war would only end when there’s a deal that’s acceptable to Moscow.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2025
Although there may have been a pathway to NATO, along the lines of the Norway model, under a Democratic administration, such an outcome is clearly not acceptable to Trump.
—Thomas Wright, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
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Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Mar. 2025
Most of the Dolphins’ big-money players — quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, wide receivers Hill and Jaylen Waddle, cornerback Jalen Ramsey, Chubb and Armstead — have performed at an acceptable level, except against playoff teams.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov echoed these feelings, but again noted that the war would only end when there’s a deal that’s acceptable to Moscow.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2025
Although there may have been a pathway to NATO, along the lines of the Norway model, under a Democratic administration, such an outcome is clearly not acceptable to Trump.
—Thomas Wright, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acceptable
Adjective
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Housing reforms to guarantee adequate air filtration and appropriate isolation facilities.—
Powel H. Kazanjian,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2025
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After more than 15 months of continuous bombardment, deaths, injuries and displacement, children and families across Gaza are struggling to survive without adequate food, medicine or shelter.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While the overall atmosphere and design of the restaurant are aesthetically pleasing, the menu is just as satisfactory.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2025
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All factors add up to the simple fact that Pereira has no satisfactory understudy for Strand Larsen.—
Steve Madeley,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Baker, who resides in Los Angeles, can’t get a decent catfish to save her life.—
Abigail Covington,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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Blessedly, Tucci and Esposito infuse their cheesier character moments with a decent dose of sincerity to blunt the edges.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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By introducing finer gradations and supporting 16-QAM with a 2/3 coding rate, Wi-Fi 8 ensures smoother transitions between speed tiers, ultimately enhancing overall transmission rates by 5%-30% and guaranteeing stable connectivity as users move.—
Mark Vena,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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New York first joined the guide in 2005, kicking off a new focus on fine dining in America.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The ‘90s was good to the magazine industry for the most part.—
Rachel Burchfield,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Although their relationship shifted over the years, Colby recalled his mom always having his best interest at heart during the early years of his childhood.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Acceptable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acceptable. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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