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insurmountable

[in-ser-moun-tuh-buhl] / ˌɪn sərˈmaʊn tə bəl /


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These requirements are more than rigorous; they are nearly insurmountable.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

The New York Knicks lead the Eastern Conference Finals 3-0, a historically insurmountable advantage in the NBA.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"Trump is no longer a beginner at this point, much less Lula. Since these are experienced diplomats, experienced heads of state, they try to steer away from obstacles that are insurmountable."

From BBC • May 7, 2026

There are still powerful ways to tell stories, even amid mergers and changes that seem insurmountable.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Ahead of him, Myrtlewood drove to an insurmountable lead, with local star Professor Paul rallying in vain to catch her.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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