untenable

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Campbell Gunn, who acted as an adviser to both, claimed Salmond had warned Sturgeon that Murrell's position as chief executive was "untenable" while she was party leader.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Huq argues that such a promise is not only legally untenable but a “terrible mistake” as a matter of ordinary civil law.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

One thing that sets him apart is that he’s willing to speak openly about his bias and the untenable position it puts him in.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Those vociferous, flat-out denials had been enough to sway the politicians and union leaders who endorsed Swalwell’s gubernatorial bid, until the weight of evidence made Swalwell’s assertions untenable.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

There are always untenable events, freak happenings like someone recognizing you, or at worst, the trouble results from a foolish and negligent spy, like my time with Luzan.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee