presentable
adjective
pre·sent·able
pri-ˈzen-tə-bəl 
1
: capable of being presented
2
: being in condition to be seen or inspected especially by the critical
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I have to make myself presentable before our guests arrive.
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Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
How long does recovery take Many people feel presentable within a few days.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Throughout the spring, summer, and early fall months, a lawn mower is an essential tool that keeps your yard looking trimmed and presentable.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
Keong says these pillow protectors slide easily over her puffiest pillows, wash up well at the laundromat, and help prevent her new pillows from getting too drooled-on to be presentable for overnight guests.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
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“Presentable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/presentable. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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presentable
adjective
pre·sent·able
pri-ˈzent-ə-bəl
: having a satisfactory or pleasing appearance
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