as in insuperable
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued
the familiar story of the underdog who ultimately triumphs despite insurmountable odds
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Recent Examples of insurmountable
The most apparent and seemingly insurmountable barrier to any biographer is lack of access to archival and other primary sources, which in Hu’s case remain largely inaccessible to both Chinese and Western researchers.
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Foreign Affairs, 1 Jan. 2025
Jean-Baptiste is a singular artist and Hard Truths is a vehicle to display her insurmountable talent.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 30 Dec. 2024
He got rid of the ball quickly, frequently targeting Tyreek Hill, and in the third quarter ran 13 yards for a touchdown and what felt like an insurmountable 13-3 lead.
—Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
Always Keep Trying Macias’ reflections on her journey and the cannabis industry are grounded in her steadfast refusal to give up, even in the face of insurmountable odds.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Foreign Affairs, 1 Jan. 2025
Jean-Baptiste is a singular artist and Hard Truths is a vehicle to display her insurmountable talent.
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 30 Dec. 2024
He got rid of the ball quickly, frequently targeting Tyreek Hill, and in the third quarter ran 13 yards for a touchdown and what felt like an insurmountable 13-3 lead.
—Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
Always Keep Trying Macias’ reflections on her journey and the cannabis industry are grounded in her steadfast refusal to give up, even in the face of insurmountable odds.
—Javier Hasse, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for insurmountable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for insurmountable
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Television’s tendency to play down to the masses — manipulating our individual needs for attention, for agreement, or simply to win — is an insuperable problem at this particular, shameless moment in pop culture.—
Armond White,
National Review,
16 Oct. 2024
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Powerful forces were arrayed against him, including Carter himself, but Lewis’s opposition was implacable, though not insuperable.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
The New Yorker,
7 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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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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By contrast, the Tibetan language, which has nothing in common with Mandarin, remains doggedly unconquerable; unlike other aspects of Tibetan life, it has not been tamed, co-opted, or Sinicized.—
Tenzin Dorjee,
Foreign Affairs,
28 Nov. 2023
Adjective
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The outcome boils down to a key determination: Is Patrick Mahomes inevitable, or has Josh Allen become invincible?—
Jeff Howe,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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It was born in 1949 not to strengthen the U.S. from external attack but to weaken our invincible self-defense by squandering money, weapons and manpower on Europeans.—
Armstrong Williams,
Orange County Register,
13 Jan. 2025
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That doesn’t look or sound to me like an unstoppable procession to the title.—
Carl Anka,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Baltimore beat its divisional rival 28-14, powered by an unstoppable rushing attack.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC News,
12 Jan. 2025
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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.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
22 Jan. 2025
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And a promise to carry forward her indomitable spirit and radical positivity.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This is your passport to a deeper understanding of Miami’s cultural heart with unbeatable offerings on unique culture and heritage experiences through January. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Miami like never before.—
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
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From gorgeous campuses and top-notch academics, to unbeatable athletics and welcoming communities, there’s nothing quite like a Southern university.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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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The bills are strong but not invulnerable; fractures often occur during these interactions, leaving pieces lodged in unfortunate victims.—
Melissa Cristina Marquez,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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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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