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as in useful
capable of being put to use or account
be sure to wear serviceable shoes if you're going to be walking on the rocks along the shore
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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
a perfectly serviceable, if old, set of screwdrivers worked fine for repairing the door
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the acting was serviceable, although not particularly inspired
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Recent Examples of serviceable
The audio is serviceable for casual listening and could potentially save you money due to its lower data usage compared with Apple Music.
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PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
Nijman can be a serviceable swing tackle, but so can Christensen, who has more starting experience.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2025
The older brother of Oklahoma City guard Cason Wallace, Keaton got his first taste of the NBA at 25 and was serviceable enough in 31 games (10.1 PER) that the Hawks probably will try to bring him back.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 17 June 2025
The plot is basic and the dialogue merely serviceable, but there are lovely scenery shots throughout, the vastness, gentle light and deep colors of the American West illustrated carefully and evocatively by Hutchins’ — and Cline’s — camera work.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Boston Herald, 9 May 2025
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PC Magazine, 24 May 2025
Nijman can be a serviceable swing tackle, but so can Christensen, who has more starting experience.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2025
The older brother of Oklahoma City guard Cason Wallace, Keaton got his first taste of the NBA at 25 and was serviceable enough in 31 games (10.1 PER) that the Hawks probably will try to bring him back.
—John Hollinger, New York Times, 17 June 2025
The plot is basic and the dialogue merely serviceable, but there are lovely scenery shots throughout, the vastness, gentle light and deep colors of the American West illustrated carefully and evocatively by Hutchins’ — and Cline’s — camera work.
—Jocelyn Noveck, Boston Herald, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for serviceable
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There's no doubt that fanny packs are useful travel bags, but they’re not always considered to be the most fashion-forward option.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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The Pixel 9 Pro XL produces great photos that capture outstanding, clear details, and the generative AI app, Pixel Studio, is a fun and useful creative tool.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
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There is plenty of financial information available on the Internet.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Discovery representatives declined to make executives available.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
6 July 2025
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However, other people who lived in the area said their wireless coverage was adequate and did not think constructing a new tower was necessary.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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For minimalists, a smaller organizer will be adequate and less obtrusive.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Educate employees on what constitutes discrimination and harassment under applicable federal and state laws.—
Elissa Rossi,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Starting in the sixth round, the draft order is set by a complicated formula that includes the team’s overall record in 2024 and when it was eliminated from the postseason (if applicable).—
Melissa Lockard,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The United States could continue to insist that Iran’s nuclear program was completely destroyed and is no longer operable.—
Thomas Wright,
The Atlantic,
24 June 2025
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Meanwhile, China currently has 58 operable reactors with a total capacity of 60 GW.—
Jude Clemente,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Like the Gin Blossoms, who once scored decent hits on the music charts, the pair did pretty well in their 2018 statewide bids for office.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
4 July 2025
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While most of the passengers hail from outside Cook County, a decent percentage are like me, locals proud to call this toddlin’ town home.—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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That’s where the distinction between applied and contextual AI becomes critical.—
ByTheodore Krantz Jr,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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At the time, most basic and applied research was done by the military.—
Paul Bierman,
The Conversation,
15 May 2025
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The other specs are perfectly satisfactory for a model at this price.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 July 2025
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Synan’s attorney declined to comment on a similar question, as well as a question about whether the resignation is a satisfactory outcome for the police chief.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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“Serviceable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serviceable. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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