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

The morale-boosting display, featuring five tries, was just what Ireland needed after an emphatic first-round loss to champions France and an unconvincing win over Italy that followed high-profile defeats during November's Autumn International campaign.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 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

She rearranged her features hastily in an unconvincing smile.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling