irretrievable

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However, she was unable to build any real momentum during her opening round and some solid putting for pars and bogeys prevented irretrievable damage to her tournament chances.

From BBC

There were muted celebrations to begin with when Cash sent down an irretrievable overhead smash to secure victory before the pair turned to their coaching box and raised their fists in the air.

From BBC

Under his now-defunct bill, at least one of the parties seeking a divorce on "irretrievable breakdown" grounds would have to present a witness who could testify to affirm the breakdown.

From Salon

"We have detailed strenuously for years that neither regulators nor industry can ensure against the permanent and irretrievable damage to Grand Canyon's aquifers and springs," McKinnon added.

From Salon

North Korea accused South Korea of scrapping the deal, known as the Comprehensive Military Agreement, and said Seoul will be held "wholly accountable in case an irretrievable clash breaks out" between the two Koreas.

From Reuters