scalable
adjective
scal·able
ˈskā-lə-bəl 
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or upgraded on demand
a scalable computer network
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Potential solutions The problems plaguing citrus production are not easily remedied as climate change has made extreme weather more common and scientists have yet to come up with scalable citrus greening treatments.
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Andrea Miller, CNBC, 31 July 2024
Food Processors do not have an efficient, cost-effective, scalable technology to convert their waste into anything other than compost, landfill, or animal feed.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 July 2024
The beauty industry’s adeptness at handling a vast array of products with rapid turnover provides a valuable blueprint for fashion brands seeking scalable efficiency.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2024
The motors are readily scalable for vehicles ranging from compacts to large SUVs.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2024
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Andrea Miller, CNBC, 31 July 2024
Food Processors do not have an efficient, cost-effective, scalable technology to convert their waste into anything other than compost, landfill, or animal feed.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 July 2024
The beauty industry’s adeptness at handling a vast array of products with rapid turnover provides a valuable blueprint for fashion brands seeking scalable efficiency.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2024
The motors are readily scalable for vehicles ranging from compacts to large SUVs.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2024
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scalable
adjective
scal·able
ˈskā-lə-bəl
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or improved on demand
a scalable computer network
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