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Useful for more than one purpose

combination

noun

capable of being used for two or more purposes

universal

adjective

suitable for a lot of different situations, sizes, or uses

versatile

adjective

able to be used in many different ways

portable

adjective

used about things that you can keep or still use when you move from one job or situation to another

all-purpose

adjective

able to be used in a lot of different ways

dual-purpose

adjective

able to be used for two different purposes

multifunctional

adjective

something that is multifunctional does several different things or has several different uses

adaptable

adjective

adaptable things can be used in different situations or for different purposes

transferable

adjective

able to be used in different jobs or different situations

general-purpose

adjective

not limited to one use or purpose

cyberloafing

using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related

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getting smaller, weaker, or less important

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show a bit of ankle

… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything

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