unrealistic

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It’d be better to have single-issue debates, and to have candidates pressed for details by journalists who cover those issues and can push back against unrealistic promises and expose a lack of depth.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Tusk's government labelled the initiative "unrealistic" as the central bank faces financial losses.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

A parent who refuses to share basic caregiving responsibilities places an unfair and unrealistic burden on the other partner — and on you, if you are spending time babysitting while he is upstairs.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

Overgenerous valuations are also contributing to the slowdown in exits, because potential buyers won’t meet what they consider unrealistic projections.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Some within the ANC had unrealistic expectations and were convinced that the campaign could topple the government.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela