passable
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Tom Hanks’ directorial debut, which was released to critical praise but was a box office disappointment, doesn’t hinge on the charming, passable performances of its lead actors.
From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026
Or, at the very least, he believes it is passable.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 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
Euan Scott, from the firm's north west unit, said it was doing all it could to keep routes passable despite "very challenging weather conditions".
From BBC ● Jan. 5, 2026
“You’re passable at demo. You’re excellent at hostage.”
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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