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as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
whatever you decide to do, I'm amenable—just let me know
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2
as in obedient
readily giving in to the command or authority of another
our normally balky cat becomes the most amenable of creatures when confronted with the strange environment of the veterinary clinic
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as in responsible
being the one who must meet an obligation or suffer the consequences for failing to do so
even our nation's highest leaders must remain amenable to the law
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Recent Examples of amenable
The War Department was amenable, so McMillan set the plan in motion, garnering support from his fellow federal lawmakers, as well as state legislators back home.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 June 2025
The Pentagon introduced a new arrangement for its media spaces, kicking out some outlets that had been present for decades and inviting ones seen as more amenable to the administration to take their places.
—Varad Mehta, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
According to team sources, the Lakers will be amenable to whatever contract structure Dončić desires.
—Jovan Buha, New York Times, 2 May 2025
California, the rare state with conditions amenable to olive-growing, produces less than 2 percent of the olive oil that Americans consume.
—Rachel Sugar, The Atlantic, 11 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 June 2025
The Pentagon introduced a new arrangement for its media spaces, kicking out some outlets that had been present for decades and inviting ones seen as more amenable to the administration to take their places.
—Varad Mehta, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
According to team sources, the Lakers will be amenable to whatever contract structure Dončić desires.
—Jovan Buha, New York Times, 2 May 2025
California, the rare state with conditions amenable to olive-growing, produces less than 2 percent of the olive oil that Americans consume.
—Rachel Sugar, The Atlantic, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenable
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Being a trailblazer means being willing to explore this tool’s full potential, experiment boldly and rethink what’s possible.—
Anise Madh,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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That means listening to the courageous parents and former yeshiva students who have spoken out and sounded the alarm — and being willing to stand up to entrenched interests when the stakes are as high as a child’s future.—
Adina Mermelstein Konikoff,
New York Daily News,
22 July 2025
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Tatras are a large livestock guardian breed originating from the Tatra Mountains in Poland, while golden retrievers are a popular choice as family pets due to their gentle and obedient nature.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Today’s Republican Party is a bunch of weak, spineless cowards who cower in obedient terror at Trump’s feet.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Today, over 3 in 5 cannabis consumers are aware of terpenes: organic compounds present in plants, fungi and cannabis, and are responsible for distinct scents, flavors and therapeutic effects.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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Local governments are responsible for issuing evacuation orders, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Fair weather in winter and spring, plus this summer’s extended heatwave, yielded an abundance of peach blossoms, and the orchard is now ready for families to pick their own peaches right off the branches.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Isak still needs to force Newcastle to change its stance, and the club has been ready for this.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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As such, Tesla is, as employer, vicariously liable for all events.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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That negates accident coverage and can place the driver liable for damages.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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If your kids are similarly musically inclined, CoComelon songs are another solid option.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
18 July 2025
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For now, the Marlins are inclined to have Snelling finish out the season in the minors, though that’s subject to change.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2025
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Suzie Whitelaw, founder of Save Our Beaches San Clemente, was glad to hear the two-year study was back on track, after emergency work needs slowed progress.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
13 July 2025
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In that moment, Lindsey recalls being surrounded by loved ones, and glad to know what happened to her little girl.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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“Amenable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenable. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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