Comparative for satisfactory, though not especially good
“The restaurant's food was OK, but I'm unsure if I'll be returning.”
Comparative for in a satisfactory physical or mental state
“Sometimes he's OK, and sometimes he can't breathe.”
Comparative for acceptable or appropriate by conventional standards
“It's not OK to speak that way to your mother.”
Comparative for in a satisfactory manner or to a satisfactory extent
“We've done OK this season and have tried to cover up our weaknesses as much as we can.”
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