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incompatible

[in-kuhm-pat-uh-buhl] / ˌɪn kəmˈpæt ə bəl /


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The idea that access to a source should come with conditions that compromise editorial integrity is fundamentally incompatible with how journalism operates.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

The panel concluded this amounted to a deliberate act of dishonesty, and said his conduct had been intentional and incompatible with the standards expected of a police officer.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Abolitionists condemned slavery as incompatible with the belief that all people are children of God.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said he was aware being in the two unions was incompatible, but that pursuing both paths was possible "for now".

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

They are of incompatible temperaments, and both need “tranquility for our work.”

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman




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