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Discover LudwigThe phrase "only capable of" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is commonly used to emphasize a certain trait or ability of something or someone. For example: - I'm sorry, but that computer is only capable of basic tasks. It won't be able to handle more complex programs. - The actor's range is limited; he is only capable of playing comedic roles. - The city's sewage system is only capable of handling a population of 50,000 people. We need to upgrade it for the growing population. - Despite his young age, the child is only capable of speaking three languages fluently. - The machine is only capable of producing 100 units per hour. We need to increase its efficiency.
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As though comedy is only capable of absorption, never influence.
A script only capable of being performed by one man.
These processes are only capable of producing small quantities of product.
He makes music for people who are only capable of three emotions.
"Is Romney only capable of saying slogans?" the Global Times asked.
Pimps are not only capable of redemption, they exhibit a power and masculinity that militants lack.
"The natural environment is only capable of supporting a low density of population.
The general sense, though, is that the government is only capable of countering violent threats.
Now the poor dope - or so the story went - was only capable of pulp fiction.
This is a small city and only capable of absorbing so much residential and commercial space.
Normally, those vibration isolation systems are only capable of realizing a low transmissibility.
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