uncontrollable
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Smith describes it as being like "intrusive thoughts" with "no malice, no hatred and it's uncontrollable", often in moments of high emotion such as when he is sad or happy.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
"Obviously very disappointed to go out in this fashion, but completely uncontrollable," said Tucker.
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
“Where then do I look for good and evil? Not to uncontrollable externals, but within myself to the choices that are my own…”
From Salon • Jan. 2, 2026
The floods, she realized, represented her overwhelming desire to control the uncontrollable aspects of her life.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025
Sasha ordered Nina and Aleksandr to parachute out of the uncontrollable aircraft.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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