as in insuperable
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued
the familiar story of the underdog who ultimately triumphs despite insurmountable odds
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Recent Examples of insurmountable
Initially intended as a technological marvel to rival Concorde, the Anglo-French supersonic aircraft, development of Boeing 2707 faced insurmountable technical and economic challenges and was ultimately aborted: a failure of industrial policy to balance ambition with feasibility.
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Made By History, Time, 1 Apr. 2025
The Cavaliers present insurmountable challenges of their own (New York is 0-2 against Cleveland this season) but are viewed as a less daunting second-round opponent than Boston — a franchise fresh off its first title in the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown era.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
The challenges are significant but not insurmountable.
—Murtaza Ali, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
We are increasingly confronted with insurmountable global challenges, conflicts that defy easy solutions, and systemic injustices woven into society's fabric.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Made By History, Time, 1 Apr. 2025
The Cavaliers present insurmountable challenges of their own (New York is 0-2 against Cleveland this season) but are viewed as a less daunting second-round opponent than Boston — a franchise fresh off its first title in the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown era.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2025
The challenges are significant but not insurmountable.
—Murtaza Ali, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
We are increasingly confronted with insurmountable global challenges, conflicts that defy easy solutions, and systemic injustices woven into society's fabric.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insurmountable
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Whether one favors moves toward a Palestinian state in the coming years or believes that full Palestinian statehood would present insuperable dangers to Jordan, Israel, and Palestinians alike, all parties should support the goal of better government for Palestinians.—
Elliott Abrams,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Feb. 2025
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Television’s tendency to play down to the masses — manipulating our individual needs for attention, for agreement, or simply to win — is an insuperable problem at this particular, shameless moment in pop culture.—
Armond White,
National Review,
16 Oct. 2024
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Pitt’s tattoos include the first initials of each of his family members, a set of lines designed by the 49-year-old Maria actress, his ex-wife’s birthday, an outline of Ötzi the Iceman and the Latin word Invictus, which means unconquerable.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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Even the most vulnerable patrons of an unforgiving desert can confront tribulation with the command of unconquerable spirits.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN,
6 Aug. 2024
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Black Dragon is invincible—at least in the game.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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With backing from the Persian Empire, which saw Athens as a mutual adversary, the Spartan leader Lysander constructed an armada large enough to destroy the ostensibly invincible Athenian navy.—
Kevin Dickinson,
Big Think,
6 Mar. 2025
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In the blink of an eye, YouTube has evolved from a humble video-sharing platform into an unstoppable force in digital marketing.—
Frank Rojas,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Shakira has been unstoppable since kicking off her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour in Brazil in February.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
2 Apr. 2025
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The cultural import of the album proved indomitable — along with the factor of people just liking it — even against a lineup of one of the strongest fields in the category in years.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
3 Feb. 2025
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Driven by an indomitable spirit, Craig has led Ashton & Price, LLP, to secure over $250 million in settlements and verdicts, establishing the firm as a powerhouse in California’s personal injury law.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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These Arizona sandals with their iconic two-buckle design offer unbeatable support for all-day wear.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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The resort sits nested within the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, providing a one-of-a-kind experience where breathtaking views meet unbeatable fun.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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An e-mail publication was invulnerable to the caprices of social-media platforms and their algorithms.—
Nathan Heller,
The New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2025
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No authentication mechanism is invulnerable to exploitations.—
Ranjitkumar Sivakumar,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Superstar Harmanpreet Kaur's unbelievable 171 not out that destroyed an impregnable Australia in a remarkable semi-final upset was seen as a turning point.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes,
15 Oct. 2024
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But their defenses are not impregnable.—
David Zipper,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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“Insurmountable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insurmountable. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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