unconvincing

Example Sentences

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By contrast, Tyson’s subsequent aria revealing his own old trauma is pat and unconvincing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 2, 2026

South Africa produced an unconvincing performance with the bat but beat Zimbabwe by five wickets to set up a semi-final against New Zealand.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

England's performance in the group stage was undoubtedly unconvincing.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Harry Brook's side were unconvincing in wins against minnows Nepal, Scotland and finally Italy, who were making their World Cup debut.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

When I said “run”, Manchee’d run the other way, flinging himself with all his unconvincing viciousness toward the charging Matthew.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness