1
as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
elastic rubber bands
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2
as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
when vacationing, we generally have very elastic daily sightseeing plans
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Recent Examples of elastic
On the topic of Miu Miu, loafers were also abundant in the spring/summer 2025 shows, with the brand’s rich chocolate brown elastic leather flats getting an honorable mention in our spring shoe report.
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Emma Spedding, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
This jumpsuit features a square neck, elastic waist, and flare legs that look flattering on different body types.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 Feb. 2025
Constructed with both comfort and warmth in mind, the dual elastic gore insets help to provide an ultra-secure fit and feel.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
Wear compression stockings: These tight elastic socks can help prevent dizziness, especially with low blood pressure.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
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Emma Spedding, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
This jumpsuit features a square neck, elastic waist, and flare legs that look flattering on different body types.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 27 Feb. 2025
Constructed with both comfort and warmth in mind, the dual elastic gore insets help to provide an ultra-secure fit and feel.
—Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
Wear compression stockings: These tight elastic socks can help prevent dizziness, especially with low blood pressure.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elastic
Adjective
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Both are made from a water- and rip-resistant material that’s flexible.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Mar. 2025
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This test involves inserting a long, flexible tube called an endoscope down your throat to see your esophagus and stomach.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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A lot of jeans are made with a bit of elastane to give it stretch, but that will just not give you this kind of fit and drape.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
10 Feb. 2025
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More inventive styles like the Nela, a second-skin knee-high boot featuring stretch leather and a harness detail that wraps around the ankle, only go up to 11.—
Mikelle Street,
Them,
26 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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White floral notes are endlessly adaptable, but perfumer Cécile Matton went the warm route by adding cashmeran, sandalwood, and Madagascan vanilla at the base.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
27 Feb. 2025
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Nearly every restaurant relied on these adaptable sources of light—especially for use in DIY dining sheds where electrical wiring was a no-no.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appétit,
27 Feb. 2025
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There was also a second cleaner, who swept away the plastic bottles, wrappers, empty juice containers, plates of food, and other garbage that the passengers tossed on the floor.—
Amitava Kumar,
The New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2025
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Beyond this study, previous research has found miniscule plastic particles in every single type of human tissue tested, with other papers linking these microplastics to everything from brain inflammation to low male fertility.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
5 Mar. 2025
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If technology makes restaurants more efficient, more profitable and more resilient, why isn’t every restaurant already digital-first?—
Savneet Singh,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Your lungs are resilient, and quitting vaping is the first step toward recovery.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Elastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elastic. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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