Meaning & use
Makeable
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Capable of being made, achieved, or successfully completed, especially describing a shot or attempt with a realistic chance of success.
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The caddie assured him the ten-foot putt was makeable.
With the right materials on hand, the repair looked makeable in a single afternoon.
A note on using this word
Frequently heard in sports commentary, especially golf and basketball, to describe a shot within reasonable reach.
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