as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
architects designed the arena to be easily modifiable for staging a variety of events
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Recent Examples of modifiable
The paper compares each modifiable risk factor using a dataset of more than 17,000 middle-aged or older adults from the National Institute of Aging’s wide-ranging Health and Retirement Study.
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Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
While researchers don’t fully understand the mechanism, smoking is the strongest modifiable risk factor.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Display dimming and other features Many buyers prefer digital wall clocks that can dim or that include otherwise modifiable displays.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Although often underappreciated, depression is associated with a comparable, and sometimes higher, risk for dementia than cardiovascular health, which has has long been considered a key modifiable risk factor.
—Eric J. Nestler, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Weight is another modifiable risk factor to consider when looking to support brain and overall health.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Researchers also utilized a version of that score focused on modifiable dementia risk factors, meaning those that a person can change or manage.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The finding suggests that sodium intake may be a modifiable risk factor for memory decline in older males.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Glock is also easily modifiable with an aftermarket third-party device colloquially known as a Glock switch.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
While researchers don’t fully understand the mechanism, smoking is the strongest modifiable risk factor.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
Display dimming and other features Many buyers prefer digital wall clocks that can dim or that include otherwise modifiable displays.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
Although often underappreciated, depression is associated with a comparable, and sometimes higher, risk for dementia than cardiovascular health, which has has long been considered a key modifiable risk factor.
—Eric J. Nestler, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026
Weight is another modifiable risk factor to consider when looking to support brain and overall health.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Researchers also utilized a version of that score focused on modifiable dementia risk factors, meaning those that a person can change or manage.
—Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The finding suggests that sodium intake may be a modifiable risk factor for memory decline in older males.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
The Glock is also easily modifiable with an aftermarket third-party device colloquially known as a Glock switch.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for modifiable
Adjective
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Plus, the adjustable shoulder straps help alleviate shoulder pressure and minimize bouncing during movement.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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The bathing suit boasts easily adjustable straps, plus a shelf bra and removable cups.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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But most importantly—stay adaptable.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Over time, kids who develop strong people skills also tend to become more flexible, adaptable, and self-reflective.—
Kelsey Mora,
CNBC,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Between 48 percent off platform sandals that feel just as cushioned as sneakers, to 60 percent off flexible, low-profile sneakers that’ll never challenge an overpacked suitcase, any of the shoes below will carry you through your summer outings in style.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Modifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modifiable. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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