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desirable

[dih-zahyuhr-uh-buhl] / dɪˈzaɪər ə bəl /




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Vocelle finds criticism that cat dads are seen as feminine, neurotic or less desirable as a relatively modern and unfounded affliction.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

"The efforts of Mundhe have created a nationwide awareness about food safety, both amongst businesses and consumers, which is desirable - but not sustainable," says Agarwal.

From BBC Sep. 7, 2026

Now that we are starting to reduce the number of transits to nine per day, that auction slot becomes more desirable.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 7, 2026

Dr. Asaf Tzachor explains, "the findings demonstrate that photosynthetically controlled Spirulina can produce desirable levels of active vitamin B12, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional animal-source foods."

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

Instead, I devised an alternative plan, and told her that I preferred to marry a girl who was a relative of the queen’s, whom I found desirable as a prospective partner.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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