as in movable
having parts that can be connected or combined in different ways
In many offices, desks are separated by modular walls that can be moved around.
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Recent Examples of modular
The Aventus Tower is a new approach to modular tower design serving as a playground centerpiece to welcome climbers and showcase slides and sensory activities.
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Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
This modular approach aims to enhance airflow and thermal efficiency, as well as (theoretically) make warranty repairs easier.
—John Burek, PCMAG, 20 Jan. 2025
Outerwear is still very present with a focus on technical function and versatility, pieces like modular jackets with detachable linings or multipocket jackets [or] vests that combine utility without sacrificing design and aesthetic.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 27 Jan. 2025
That’s up 3,245 lb ft of torque from the normal Q6 E-tron, which is Audi’s first vehicle built on Volkswagen’s modular Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform (also used in the new A6 E-tron and Porsche Macan EV).
—Umar Shakir, The Verge, 24 Jan. 2025
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Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
This modular approach aims to enhance airflow and thermal efficiency, as well as (theoretically) make warranty repairs easier.
—John Burek, PCMAG, 20 Jan. 2025
Outerwear is still very present with a focus on technical function and versatility, pieces like modular jackets with detachable linings or multipocket jackets [or] vests that combine utility without sacrificing design and aesthetic.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 27 Jan. 2025
That’s up 3,245 lb ft of torque from the normal Q6 E-tron, which is Audi’s first vehicle built on Volkswagen’s modular Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform (also used in the new A6 E-tron and Porsche Macan EV).
—Umar Shakir, The Verge, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modular
Adjective
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Denver’s movable contracts were limited, in part because of multiple unsuccessful attempts to secure the very frontcourt depth Booth is determined to obtain.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
7 Feb. 2025
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All three players are movable, so one or more could end up somewhere besides Chicago before the trade window closes Thursday.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Be flexible If your child’s birthday falls on a holiday, flexibility is key.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
17 Feb. 2025
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What’s needed now are more flexible funding schemes and opportunities that will allow Latvian productions to be competitive on the global market.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The Swiss Army knife–approach to its design includes a central exterior deck area with four sofas, two portable fridges, and, of course, 16 cupholders.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2025
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The kitchen block includes an integrated sink, water pump, 13-L fresh and waste water canisters, portable single-burner cartridge stove and worktop.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Modular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modular. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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