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flexibility
(flexi|bil¦ity)
Pronunciation:
/ˌflɛksɪˈbɪlɪti/
noun
[
mass noun
]
the quality of bending easily without breaking:
players gained improved flexibility in their ankles
the ability to be easily modified:
I enjoyed the flexibility of the schedule
willingness to change or compromise:
the government has shown flexibility in applying its policy
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