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[ adjective ] usable for a specific purpose
Synonyms Examples "an operable plan" "a practicable solution" Used in print (Statements 87th Congress, 1st Session. Appropriations,...)In_view_of the increasing shortage of usable surface and ground_water in many parts of the Nation and the importance of finding new sources of supply to meet its present and future water needs , it is the policy of the Congress to provide_for the development of practicable low-cost means for the large-scale production of water of a quality suitable for municipal , industrial , agricultural , and other beneficial consumptive uses from saline water , and for studies and research related thereto . Research and development activities undertaken by the Secretary shall be coordinated or conducted jointly with the Department_of_Defense to the end that developments under this Act which are primarily of a civil nature will contribute to the defense of the Nation and that developments which are primarily of a military nature will , to the greatest practicable extent compatible with military and security requirements , be available to advance the purposes of_this Act and to strengthen the civil economy of the Nation . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are
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[ adjective ] capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are
Used in print (Statements 87th Congress, 1st Session. Appropriations,...)Upon the expiration of a period deemed adequate for demonstration purposes for each plant , but not to exceed such twelve year period , the Secretary shall proceed as promptly as practicable to dispose of any plants so constructed by sale to the highest bidder , or as may otherwise be directed by Act of Congress . Related terms |
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