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versatile

[vur-suh-tl, -tahyl] / ˈvɜr sə tl, -ˌtaɪl /


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His grandfather is Rennie Stennett, a versatile player whose nine seasons with the Pirates were bracketed by World Series titles in his 1971 rookie season and 1979 finale.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: The best women’s shorts have flattering and versatile silhouettes for staying comfortable in the summer heat.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

Whether he was playing steely but likeable heroes or a chillingly menacing villains, Neill was one of the most versatile stars in the film industry and always commanded attention on screen.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

According to Prof. Schmidt, the new theory provides a versatile way to describe quantum impurities across different spatial dimensions and a wide variety of interactions.

From Science Daily Jul. 9, 2026

Katherine’s familiarity with higher-level math made her a versatile addition to the branch.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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