as in unconquerable
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued
an indomitable spirit was needed to endure the rigors of pioneer life
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Recent Examples of indomitable
From upstate farmers reimagining their harvests to stylish urban brands, immersive retail experiences and diverse cultural collectives, New York cannabis is forging a path that reflects the state’s indomitable spirit.
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Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
And a promise to carry forward her indomitable spirit and radical positivity.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Jackie Farry’s legacy is one of love, laughter and an indomitable spirit.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
Those who thrive in new environments do so by maintaining an indomitable spirit in the face of challenges.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
And a promise to carry forward her indomitable spirit and radical positivity.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 21 Jan. 2025
Jackie Farry’s legacy is one of love, laughter and an indomitable spirit.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
Those who thrive in new environments do so by maintaining an indomitable spirit in the face of challenges.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indomitable
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Pitt’s tattoos include the first initials of each of his family members, a set of lines designed by the 49-year-old Maria actress, his ex-wife’s birthday, an outline of Ötzi the Iceman and the Latin word Invictus, which means unconquerable.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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Even the most vulnerable patrons of an unforgiving desert can confront tribulation with the command of unconquerable spirits.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN,
6 Aug. 2024
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After a 2-1 first-leg defeat at Celtic Park, Brendan Rodgers' men must overturn the deficit at the Allianz Arena, where Bayern Munich are practically invincible.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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Yet people are not things, empires are not invincible, and no one can control everything.—
NATALIYA GUMENYUK,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Feb. 2025
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The American dream is unstoppable, and our country is on the verge of a comeback, the likes of which the world has never witnessed, and perhaps will never witness again.—
TIME Staff,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
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The American Dream is unstoppable, and our country is on the verge of a comeback the likes of which the world has never witnessed, and perhaps will never witness again.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2025
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This critical shift in thinking and approach allows leaders to position mistakes as iterations, not insurmountable obstacles.—
Mary Hemphill,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The good news is that these barriers are not insurmountable.—
Matt Abrahams,
TIME,
17 Feb. 2025
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This unbeatable offer is only available for a little while longer.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Feb. 2025
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Nordstrom Rack is the go-to destination for scoring unbeatable luggage deals, and this Presidents Day, the savings are better than ever.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2025
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As the technology improves, the decoys are becoming harder to distinguish from real armored vehicles.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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That tour required the blessing of ICC security consultants, who were shuttled around in armored vehicles with police escorts to assess Pakistan's preparedness to host the event.—
Betsy Joles,
NPR,
2 Mar. 2025
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All these protective systems do not make F-16s invulnerable.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Any pardons Biden issued should be virtually invulnerable to a court challenge.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
20 Jan. 2025
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From Sandro Tonali to Dan Burn and Dubravka, this current side have been borderline impregnable over the past month.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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For more than half a century, the Assad dynasty appeared to have an impregnable hold over Syria.—
Natasha Hall,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Dec. 2024
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“Indomitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indomitable. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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