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impractical

[im-prak-ti-kuhl] / ɪmˈpræk tɪ kəl /


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In crowded cities, constantly removing one's hat may have simply become impractical.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

The neighbors weren’t unsympathetic, nor were they impractical.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

In denying Acuña’s request for a tenured position, the judge argued that the hostility between Acuña and his potential co-workers would make his appointment “both impractical and inappropriate.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“Too small for the risk”: The plan to have the U.S. government provide an insurance solution for ships trapped in the Persian Gulf may be impractical, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Pine Knob was okay to blow up bottles, but it was impractical for a rocket range.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




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