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Repairable

usgb/rɪˈperəbl/Volume
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Context Matters

Use 'repairable' to describe objects, not situations or abstract concepts.

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My phone's screen is cracked, but it's repairable.
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Level of Damage

'Repairable' often implies that the damage isn't too severe and can be restored to good condition.

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After the flood, we were relieved to find our home was still repairable.
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Not Always Worthwhile

Just because something is repairable doesn't mean it's worth the cost or effort to fix it.

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The toaster is repairable, but it may be cheaper to buy a new one.
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