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 is a multipurpose vessel for attack and reconnaissance missions,
Katran (also known as Katran VENOM)is advertised as having a range in excess of 1,000 kilometers/ 600 miles and able to destroy targets on land, sea and air.
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David Hambling, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Behind stands a loosely Spanish colonial–style former duplex that now functions as the family’s home, where Broughton created a new multipurpose kitchen wing and the guest room became the primary suite.
—Jessica Ritz, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2025
The eight available stakes add 23 g (0.8 oz), and the stuff sack adds another 13 g (0.5 oz), pushing total packed weight for all those components just over 2.2 lb (1 kg), not including the multipurpose hiking poles.
—New Atlas, 15 Mar. 2025
On-site amenities including in-unit washers and dryers, a multipurpose community room, a work-out gym and an elevated patio deck with spa.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
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David Hambling, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Behind stands a loosely Spanish colonial–style former duplex that now functions as the family’s home, where Broughton created a new multipurpose kitchen wing and the guest room became the primary suite.
—Jessica Ritz, Architectural Digest, 20 Mar. 2025
The eight available stakes add 23 g (0.8 oz), and the stuff sack adds another 13 g (0.5 oz), pushing total packed weight for all those components just over 2.2 lb (1 kg), not including the multipurpose hiking poles.
—New Atlas, 15 Mar. 2025
On-site amenities including in-unit washers and dryers, a multipurpose community room, a work-out gym and an elevated patio deck with spa.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
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Prompt injection has created a significant barrier to building trustworthy AI assistants, which may be why general-purpose Big Tech AI like Apple's Siri doesn't currently work like ChatGPT.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 Apr. 2025
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Fertilize container petunias weekly or biweekly with a diluted general-purpose liquid fertilizer when watering.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2025
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There is no universal way to make cinnamon tea, but here are a few suggestions: Soaking cinnamon sticks: In one study, researchers prepared cinnamon tea by soaking 60 g cinnamon sticks in 1,000 mL of room-temperature water.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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Whilst the provision of captions and sensory-friendly experiences might address specific needs, many of the fairly inexpensive options detailed come down to basic universal design and can be helpful to everyone.—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Research shows that people who are more curious often feel more fulfilled and adaptable.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The discovery suggests Denisovans were adaptable to a variety of environments and climates, from chilly, high-elevation places like Siberia and the Tibetan Plateau to warm, humid locales like Taiwan.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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Metallics—especially gold and silver—are easy to wear like neutrals, making this pair of heels a versatile addition to your shoe wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Quinoa—a whole grain—is a possibility, at around five grams of fiber per one cup cooked, and is just as versatile as rice, as these 33 recipes demonstrate.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
16 Apr. 2025
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His all-round game is now beginning to match his proficiency in front of goal, which has brought four goals in his last three games.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Here are the report’s key findings: Pixel 10 Pro: will include the best sensors for superior all-round image quality. Pixel 10: tipped to gain a telephoto lens, but with lower-quality sensors all round.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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