availability
noun
avail·abil·i·ty
ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural availabilities
1
: the quality or state of being available
trying to improve the availability of affordable housing
2
: an available person or thing
3
US
: a usually brief session in which a public figure (such as a politician) is made available to answer questions from members of the press
a press availability
The rigors of campaigning are amply demonstrated in marathon days of radio and television talk shows, media availabilities, sessions with newspaper editorial boards … and fund-raising events.—
Steve Goldstein
Steve GoldsteinExamples of availability in a Sentence
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Prices and availability may change.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 14 May 2026
At a recent meeting, project officials said drivers will see some shifts in lane availability, including the temporary closures of the roadway’s eastbound and westbound bridge paths.
—Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2026
The April 10 letter said the company reserved availability for the bargaining committee during the week of April 20.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Jon Rahm is one of the best handful of golfers in the world, and, in media availability and his infrequent YouTube golf appearances, is thoughtful, funny and personable.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
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Usa Today, USA Today, 14 May 2026
At a recent meeting, project officials said drivers will see some shifts in lane availability, including the temporary closures of the roadway’s eastbound and westbound bridge paths.
—Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2026
The April 10 letter said the company reserved availability for the bargaining committee during the week of April 20.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Jon Rahm is one of the best handful of golfers in the world, and, in media availability and his infrequent YouTube golf appearances, is thoughtful, funny and personable.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for availability
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“Availability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/availability. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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