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as in okay
being to one's liking
we found the meal most satisfactory
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the teen's first attempt at cooking dinner was actually quite satisfactory
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Recent Examples of satisfactory
Bowman may want to make a call if the organization feels the current group of veterans doesn’t provide enough satisfactory options for the skill lines.
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Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
His messages online sound all too typical of the brash and bratty computer techies who seem to think insults are satisfactory entertainment for their followers.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
Peter's story is obviously the center, but the others' flow out nicely from his and conclude at a clear place, if not totally satisfactory.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
There’s still no satisfactory explanation for a 13-10 home loss to the middling 2024 Wolverines on Nov. 30, arguably the most shocking outcome that rivalry has seen.
—Joe Rexrode, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for satisfactory
Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
His messages online sound all too typical of the brash and bratty computer techies who seem to think insults are satisfactory entertainment for their followers.
—Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
Peter's story is obviously the center, but the others' flow out nicely from his and conclude at a clear place, if not totally satisfactory.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
There’s still no satisfactory explanation for a 13-10 home loss to the middling 2024 Wolverines on Nov. 30, arguably the most shocking outcome that rivalry has seen.
—Joe Rexrode, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for satisfactory
Adjective
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Historical performance shows balanced portfolios—whether in percentage form or within the risk bucket construct—have recovered losses during recessions in adequate time.—
Chris Carosa,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Services embedded in supportive housing must be adequate to meet a wide range of service needs.—
Pascale Leone,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The fine dining eatery will also unveil renovations in its interior layout and bar later this spring.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Mar. 2025
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Races and championships can be decided on such fine margins.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In practice, this means ensuring your audio is clear and the video quality and lighting are good, having a decent background, finding decent actors, and editing the video for clarity and conciseness.—
Jason Hennessey,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Virginia and Begovic are competent, low-cost reserves and provide decent support to Pickford.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Although their relationship shifted over the years, Colby recalled his mom always having his best interest at heart during the early years of his childhood.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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Dior Forever Skin Perfect Foundation Stick, $52 Ahead, find the nine medium-coverage foundations that have a permanent place in makeup artists’ kits (and in Allure editors’ hearts) and prepare to put your best face forward.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
8 Mar. 2025
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Bottled lime juice and lemon juice are acceptable when used in small quantities for a dish, but only when the flavor profile is not reliant upon it.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2025
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The First Amendment is meant to protect people from the government telling them what speech and ideas are acceptable.—
Scott Nover,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Satisfactory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/satisfactory. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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