passable
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We went through, I don’t know, five designs on that thing and still ended up with something I thought was passable but not impressive — not “Pitt”- level impressive.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
Some consumers may be content to scroll through passable AI-generated prose while fighting off pop-up ads.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
In a world where digital optimization can make just about anyone sound passable on the microphone, a pop singer with personality whose voice actually communicates stands out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
Brantley Gilbert, Gabby Barrett and Lee Brice all turned in adequate country sets that would be perfectly passable as live entertainment at your local barbecue joint.
From Salon ● Feb. 9, 2026
Ba’s English was passable but not that great.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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