as in general-purpose
having more than one use or purpose
multipurpose furniture The band practiced in the school's multipurpose room.
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Recent Examples of multipurpose
This multipurpose fixture is where people wash their hands, brush their teeth, wash dishes, prepare food, and dispose of food scraps.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
The seven-level, multipurpose complex will reshape the city’s theater district and feature a 2,000-capacity performance venue, recital hall, music academy, office space, rooftop club, and Detroit welcome center.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
This would enable the launch of a single, multipurpose telescope that could adapt and readapt to provide the optimal observation strategies for various targets.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Matthews Arena, on the Northeastern campus, would not be a viable option at least right now, as the school is proposing a new multipurpose athletic facility where Matthews currently sits.
—Hailey Salvian, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
The seven-level, multipurpose complex will reshape the city’s theater district and feature a 2,000-capacity performance venue, recital hall, music academy, office space, rooftop club, and Detroit welcome center.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
This would enable the launch of a single, multipurpose telescope that could adapt and readapt to provide the optimal observation strategies for various targets.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
Matthews Arena, on the Northeastern campus, would not be a viable option at least right now, as the school is proposing a new multipurpose athletic facility where Matthews currently sits.
—Hailey Salvian, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
Adjective
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As a general-purpose notebook, the Carbon lacks the specialized speed of a desktop-replacement mobile workstation or gaming rig, but its portability, design, and build quality can't be beaten.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
17 Jan. 2025
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Like other general-purpose technologies (GPTs) such as the steam engine and the internet, crypto is embarking on a multi-decade journey to transform economic activity.—
Christian Catalini,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Also deeply familiar is the tabloid hysteria, which has since become our universal ALL-CAPS way of communicating.—
Glynnis MacNicol,
Rolling Stone,
26 Jan. 2025
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Behind all this symbolism are universal sentiments: peace, goodwill, and may your tummy never go empty.—
Natalie Keng,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The job market is always shifting, but staying adaptable gives you the edge.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Influencers are inherently adaptable and quick to pivot to new platforms that offer better opportunities for growth and income.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Using art to 'promote the richness and uniqueness of Black beauty' As a versatile impressionist and realist, Fatai's work has now been featured in exhibitions and museums within Nigeria and around the word.—
Caché McClay,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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The versatile pieces eschew heavy logos, but are crafted with performance fabrics and capabilities, and can be layered with pieces from the mainline collection.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
23 Jan. 2025
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Dynamic but calm and composed on the ball, Anderson is an all-round midfielder who is capable of winning back possession and getting Forest on the front foot; a technically gifted terrier.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
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That and urgent season-saving need will be enough for a Fins squad better all-round, especially on D. GAME OF THE WEEK VIKINGS (14-2) at LIONS (14-2) Line: DET by 3.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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