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indefinite

[in-def-uh-nit] / ɪnˈdɛf ə nɪt /


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It doesn’t inherently require large-scale occupation or indefinite responsibility for political outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

While I am grateful she has had the financial cushion to step back, I worry that this chapter has drifted into something more indefinite.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

With the ceasefire due to expire earlier this week, US President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension at the eleventh hour, to allow more time for peace talks brokered by Pakistan.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Yes, the Lakers are beginning this tournament seriously hampered by the indefinite absences of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

A waft of wind came sweeping down the laurel-walk, and trembled through the boughs of the chestnut: it wandered away—away—to an indefinite distance—it died.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë




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