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adaptable
/əˈdæptəbəl/
This word is commonly used as a positive trait in professional settings, such as on resumes or during job interviews, to show that a person can handle change well. When talking about people, it usually describes a personality trait. When talking about objects or software, it refers to the technical flexibility of the item.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, texting while sitting in different libraries.
Fatima
The prof just scrapped the rubric. We have to pivot the whole project.
Maya
Typical. Guess we'll see how adaptable you actually are.
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Fatima uses the phrasal verb 'scrapped' (meaning discarded/canceled) and the verb 'pivot' to describe a sudden change in direction. Maya's response is a characteristic reality check, questioning Fatima's ability to handle chaos despite her usual rigidity.