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portable

[pawr-tuh-buhl, pohr-] / ˈpɔr tə bəl, ˈpoʊr- /


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The team envisions a future in which portable systems could be deployed directly over burning oil spills to intentionally generate fire whirls on demand.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Heads of kindergartens are given specialized crisis training and emergency supplies with radios, first-aid kits and portable stoves.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Airline rules have slight differences in their advice to passengers on the issue, but generally ask that portable chargers be kept in a bag under the seat rather than in overhead compartments.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The airline said the captain decided to divert "in line with safety regulations" after a passenger informed crew during the flight that the portable charger was in the hold of the aircraft.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

As far as it goes, it’s property and portable.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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