actionable
Americanadjective
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furnishing ground for a lawsuit.
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liable to a lawsuit.
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ready to go or be put into action; ready for use.
to retrieve actionable copy from a computer.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- actionability noun
- actionably adverb
- nonactionable adjective
- nonactionably adverb
- unactionable adjective
Etymology
Origin of actionable
Example Sentences
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"This work demonstrates how basic science can uncover actionable insights into treatment resistance. Understanding how cancer cells switch states gives us a more strategic way to design combination treatments."
From Science Daily
You could ask him what actionable steps you are expected to take, if any.
From MarketWatch
Good feedback is specific, actionable, and clearly stated.
From MarketWatch
“Unless there’s something actionable after the fact it’s not really economic impact, it’s more economic valuation,” Wright said.
From Los Angeles Times
AI can point out whether you’re rambling or offering criticism without actionable advice, for example.
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