as in irrefutable
not capable of being challenged or proved wrong
incontrovertible facts that left the jury with no choice but to convict
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Recent Examples of incontrovertible
These sexes are not changeable and are grounded in fundamental and incontrovertible reality.
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Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
When senators read from their self-aggrandizing scripts, the resemblance to play actors is incontrovertible.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2025
Shareholder activism often comes down to making an incontrovertible argument.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
The evidence against the perpetrators was abundant and incontrovertible.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
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Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
When senators read from their self-aggrandizing scripts, the resemblance to play actors is incontrovertible.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 20 Jan. 2025
Shareholder activism often comes down to making an incontrovertible argument.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
The evidence against the perpetrators was abundant and incontrovertible.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incontrovertible
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Sunday’s celebration over a second straight Stanley Cup is the irrefutable proof Zito was right to boldly change what had just won a Presidents’ Trophy — to fix what didn’t seem broken but was — and hire Maurice to shepherd that transformation.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2025
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The former first lady’s irrefutable star power is also the exception: Since the late 2000s, Sherald has built her career by depicting everyday Black Americans, becoming a leader among a generation committed to representing those previously overlooked by our art institutions.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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For decades, the value of a four-year college degree was indisputable.—
Staff,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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Here’s an indisputable lesson we’ve been given by The Netherlands – over and over again.—
Eli Amdur,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Second, combining data from different IoT devices revealed incontestable details of Alex Murdaugh’s activities.—
David Sella-Villa,
The Conversation,
24 June 2025
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The imperatives of tying India’s economic fortunes more closely to the transformations occurring in these regions are therefore incontestable, especially because India already faces strong impediments to translating its natural dominance within South Asia into lasting local hegemony.—
ASHLEY J. TELLIS,
Foreign Affairs,
17 June 2025
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The forensic evidence was so conclusive that the case settled for a fraction of the initial demand, saving millions in potential damages.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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So Professor Thackeray, being a smart and thorough scientist, decided to obtain conclusive proof.—
Sam Kelly
July 8,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
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Though the road to autonomy has challenges, the gains in adaptability, innovation and efficiency are undeniable with the right strategy.—
Prashanthi Kolluru,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Though the off-field drama is a cause for concern, his talent on the outside is undeniable.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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Because there is an unquestionable love for the material and a passion for the goofier, larger-than-life scenarios of comic book lore.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
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Country music's most beloved radio program is an unquestionable American pop cultural institution.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Lush greenery in wicker creates a cottage feel Wicker retaining walls add indubitable charm.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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The DeSantis announcement is an indubitable win for Musk.—
Scott Nover,
Quartz,
24 May 2023
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But the unarguable fact is that the federal government would be providing less money to pay for health care for the roughly 72 million Americans on Medicaid.—
Nicholas Kristof,
The Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2025
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The Lakers have fired coach Darvin Ham after two seasons, both of which had some unarguable successes and both of which ended with the Lakers losing to Denver in the playoffs.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2024
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“Incontrovertible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incontrovertible. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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