moot

Example Sentences

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The judge said Tuesday that claims of unlawful interference in the CPB were now moot, since the body no longer exists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Whether Russell can achieve such karma against the mighty France is a moot point, but if he does then Scotland must have a fighting chance.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

That vote is now essentially moot, and attention shifts to securing shareholder approval for the Paramount deal instead.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

A judge granted Pacquiao a summary judgment in 2024, dismissing Rueda’s case and making Palmer’s claim moot.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

I couldn’t argue, with the eyes or the motivation, and it was a moot point anyway.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer