irreversible

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The care the Framers took in delineating this irreversible presidential power—requiring the president’s personal involvement, and limiting it to certain federal criminal matters—is telling.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

The Taliban government's ban on education has already had an irreversible impact on the lives of countless women and girls.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Researchers now want to know whether restoring mitochondrial function could slow neuron loss, delay disease progression, or possibly help prevent damage before it becomes irreversible.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

“While I know words can never be enough, I believe an apology is necessary to recognize the harm and irreversible loss your community has suffered.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

Almost all studies of child development emphasize the role of childhood stimulation and activity in promoting mental development, and stress the irreversible mental stunting associated with reduced childhood stimulation.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond