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desirable

[dih-zahyuhr-uh-buhl] / dɪˈzaɪər ə bəl /




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Fashion has a long history of turning provocation, rebellion and even criticism of the industry itself into something desirable — and expensive.

From Salon Aug. 9, 2026

The team then evaluated how the compounds affected TAOK-1 and assessed whether they had properties considered desirable in potential drugs.

From Science Daily Aug. 3, 2026

It wouldn’t be LeBron landing in a more desirable locale.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2026

Woelfer, Honda’s U.S. sales chief, said he believes that certified preowned Prologues will be a desirable option for people who want an electric car from the brand.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 16, 2026

And not only are these expectations unrealistic, I rather doubt if they are even desirable.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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