incapable

Example Sentences

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Vance, though, is clearly incapable of such a spontaneous response.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Today’s news suggests that cybersecurity firms are potentially incapable of protecting clients against bad actors using AI.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Leaders of states in the Persian Gulf, The Wall Street Journal reported this week, now want Iran’s military rendered incapable of further attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Those encounters can make them look incapable of managing their lives even when the core problem is the absence of stable housing.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2026

I watched him as if I were afraid to blink, incapable of looking away, like he might start another revolution at any moment.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu