as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
more research will be required to see if this is a viable solution
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Recent Examples of viable
Backing a head coach requires a financial investment, and in this case recruiting the players who can make Amorim’s 3-4-3 formation viable against Premier League opposition.
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Carl Anka, New York Times, 22 May 2025
For potential customers who are either unable or unwilling to install photovoltaic technology on their own property, community solar can be a viable option for bringing renewable energy into their homes, Reed said.
—Amaia Gavica, Idaho Statesman, 22 May 2025
Because the market is so new, there are only two viable options at the moment, with Swarovski's model focusing on birds and animals and Unistellar's specializing in landscapes and astronomy.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 22 May 2025
While significant technological and logistical hurdles remain, pioneering individuals and organizations are already proving that data in space is not just possible, but viable.
—Michael Wu, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Carl Anka, New York Times, 22 May 2025
For potential customers who are either unable or unwilling to install photovoltaic technology on their own property, community solar can be a viable option for bringing renewable energy into their homes, Reed said.
—Amaia Gavica, Idaho Statesman, 22 May 2025
Because the market is so new, there are only two viable options at the moment, with Swarovski's model focusing on birds and animals and Unistellar's specializing in landscapes and astronomy.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 22 May 2025
While significant technological and logistical hurdles remain, pioneering individuals and organizations are already proving that data in space is not just possible, but viable.
—Michael Wu, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
Adjective
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If the patient is a child, the conversation will involve the family or caregiver when possible.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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The betting is on when another tightening move is possible.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Is that feasible and also what the Trump administration is trying to do? Miran’s is a very important paper, with many interesting observations.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Reese said that over 75% of the company’s resin material imports are sourced from Asia, and that replacing these suppliers with U.S.-based manufacturers was not a feasible option.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
29 May 2025
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“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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