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impractical

[im-prak-ti-kuhl] / ɪmˈpræk tɪ kəl /


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A sunlight-based system could potentially operate in remote locations or even in space where traditional laser systems may be impractical.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

He was cool as usual under threat, and his instinct to carry on with the event was laudable even if it was impractical.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

The neighbors weren’t unsympathetic, nor were they impractical.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Some are impractical, such as forcing teams to push the fences back in their ballparks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

We could get out of either window onto the roof and down, or go down the hay chute if the stairs were impractical.

From "A Farewell To Arms" by Ernest Hemingway




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