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inoperable

[in-op-er-uh-buhl, -op-ruh-buhl] / ɪnˈɒp ər ə bəl, -ˈɒp rə bəl /


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So finding poor or inoperable Wi-Fi against this backdrop is a recipe for frustration.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

The power outlet on my American flight on a 25-year-old plane was inoperable, so my laptop died halfway into the flight while I was working.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

The weapons were rendered inoperable and the site was monitored to see if anyone would collect them, but no one did.

From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026

The Scottish swimmer was diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours just over two years ago and has since passionately advocated for an increased focus on the disease.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

Is this headache a symptom of an inoperable brain tumor?

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson


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