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indefensible

[in-di-fen-suh-buhl] / ˌɪn dɪˈfɛn sə bəl /


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He has described his past views as "indefensible" and now speaks out against extremism.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

He was explicit that Fuentes’ views on race and women are indefensible, and that what Fuentes has said about the Holocaust and Nazism cannot be defended.

From Salon Aug. 2, 2026

In Chicago, where so many students are already missing school, it’s particularly indefensible.

From The Wall Street Journal May 8, 2026

"Any war fought without limits is incompatible with the law. It is indefensible, inhumane and devastating for entire populations."

From Barron's Apr. 6, 2026

And yet even with decent troops the place was clearly indefensible.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien




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