arbitrary
Example Sentences
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In it he argued that the large economic models then dominant rested on assumptions so arbitrary they were, in his word, “incredible.”
“Borrowers will see unpredictable payment spikes whenever their income crosses certain arbitrary thresholds. They could be penalized for small cost-of-living raises.”
From Salon
Türk said many Venezuelans remained in "arbitrary detention" despite the passing of the amnesty law last month.
From BBC
France previously described Ryan's detention as "arbitrary" and demanded his immediate release.
From BBC
This has resulted in the FDA moving trial standards and nixing drugs for arbitrary reasons.
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