How to Use versatile in a Sentence

versatile

adjective
  • A pocketknife is a versatile tool.
  • She is a versatile athlete who participates in many different sports.
  • Of all the leafy greens, spinach is one of the most versatile.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 18 Aug. 2020
  • And the recipe is so versatile and the leftovers last a few days.
    Susan Selasky, sacbee, 31 Oct. 2017
  • Starks is the highest-ranked of the three, and perhaps the most versatile.
    Nathan Baird, cleveland, 15 Dec. 2021
  • Sparkling rosé is one of the most versatile, food-friendly wines in the world.
    Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 19 Dec. 2019
  • The choice of paint color needs to be just as versatile.
    Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Burks is a versatile player that can line up in the slot or on the boundary.
    Jr Radcliffe, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2022
  • The tie-back adds the finishing touch to this versatile dress.
    Elle Murphy, Rolling Stone, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Luckily, the peach is one of the most versatile fruits out there.
    Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 7 Aug. 2019
  • There are a few things that make this switch so versatile.
    Maren Estrada, BGR, 23 July 2021
  • The dish reminds me how versatile and easy to cook this lean cut is.
    Bonnie S. Benwick, The Denver Post, 24 June 2019
  • Hill is too fast and versatile to be left rusting on the bench.
    Childs Walker, baltimoresun.com, 15 Aug. 2020
  • The shoes are plain, but that’s what makes them modern and so versatile.
    The Cut, 23 Apr. 2018
  • Holt makes sense as a versatile option at the right price point.
    BostonGlobe.com, 9 Dec. 2019
  • The dense flesh is versatile and blends well with fruit, spices, nuts, and chocolate to make a wide range of desserts.
    Sunset Magazine, 20 Nov. 2022
  • The artists coming up in their wake are even more versatile.
    Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 21 June 2021
  • Tackle or guard are both in play, so a versatile skill is a bonus.
    Lorenzo Reyes, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2018
  • All four players project as versatile weapons in the offense who can be moved around the field.
    Orion Sang, Detroit Free Press, 23 Mar. 2019
  • The base is a nice woven basket that’s versatile enough to use in any room year-round.
    Alida Nugent, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024
  • One of the most versatile kitchen tools is a vegetable peeler.
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2024
  • Here are some of the best and most versatile kegerators for your home bar or living space.
    Popular Science, 28 May 2020
  • Moreno said Lee is a versatile player who loves to work hard.
    Alex Vejar, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 June 2022
  • Go for a standard color like black, which will stay clean and be the most versatile.
    Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2019
  • Moore is a versatile receiver who can play in the slot or split wide.
    Nubyjas Wilborn | Nwilborn@al.com, al, 29 Sep. 2022
  • Keep in Mind Some of the color options are not very versatile.
    Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2023
  • That’s because blender sauces are so versatile and easy to whip up.
    Washington Post, 18 Jan. 2022
  • And to take that one step further, few items are as versatile as a trusty pair of white sneakers.
    Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 18 Nov. 2023
  • The classic design is versatile enough to fit with any wardrobe.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
  • Few pieces are as versatile as a white tee and this one is cut to perfection.
    Diana Tsui, ELLE, 31 Jan. 2023

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