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untenable

[uhn-ten-uh-buhl] / ʌnˈtɛn ə bəl /
ADJECTIVE
indefensible
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Farage said he was sorry for former leader Thomas's "personal difficulties", but said it had been untenable for him to continue.

From BBC Sep. 21, 2026

"It would therefore be untenable for European minors to end up less well protected, when our framework is the most demanding in the world."

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

Lower debt: High-interest debt from credit cards, car loans or student loans can quickly drain any budget and make living on less income untenable.

From MarketWatch Aug. 31, 2026

“The concern and the situation just feels untenable right now.”

From Salon Aug. 18, 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




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