flexible

Example Sentences

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“But in a place like Los Angeles,” she says, “the tiny ADU turned into a flexible and essential lifeline for our family, not just once but twice.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

He added that the rise in flexible working was attracting "a wide range of skills and professions" to areas that had previously struggled to hold on to professionals.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“We look forward to working with Congress again to ensure no benefit cuts, full funding for all eligible families seeking WIC services, and permanent access to flexible WIC services.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

According to the researchers, this approach could speed up the development of next-generation technologies, including flexible electronics, high-speed communication systems, and advanced optoelectronic devices.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Because the poles are flexible, bark layers can be sandwiched in or removed at will, depending on whether the householder wants to increase insulation during the winter or let in more air during the summer.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann