as in incontrovertible
not capable of being challenged or proved wrong
the irrefutable reply of "Because I like it!"
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Recent Examples of irrefutable
The partnerships showcases her irrefutable confidence and self-expression both on and off the court.
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Jaden Thompson, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
While bottles will be popped and VIPs will battle their way once again to the front of the line at the legendary hotel, here’s irrefutable evidence that L.A.’s storied club kids have grown up: The second day of Beacher Fest 2025 is a wellness summit.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Still, these two clichés speak an irrefutable truth.
—Yiyun Li, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2025
Whether or not Marvel’s international markets ever acknowledge as much, by the time Agatha grips Rio’s neck like a lifeline, the irrefutable truth is that their relationship was — and remains — far from platonic.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2024
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Jaden Thompson, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
While bottles will be popped and VIPs will battle their way once again to the front of the line at the legendary hotel, here’s irrefutable evidence that L.A.’s storied club kids have grown up: The second day of Beacher Fest 2025 is a wellness summit.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Still, these two clichés speak an irrefutable truth.
—Yiyun Li, The New Yorker, 23 Mar. 2025
Whether or not Marvel’s international markets ever acknowledge as much, by the time Agatha grips Rio’s neck like a lifeline, the irrefutable truth is that their relationship was — and remains — far from platonic.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irrefutable
Adjective
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The incontrovertible fact about obtaining a professional sports team is that cities have to pay to play.—
Letters to the editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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Not counting them expunges these tournaments from history for no incontrovertible reason.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What is indisputable, however, is that Trump relishes busting norms, expanding presidential power and signing dozens upon dozens of executive orders.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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One thing is indisputable: while America’s tastes may mature, diversify, and occasionally pivot, its craving for indulgent, convenient comfort food like chicken sandwiches is deeply embedded in the cultural and culinary fabric of the nation.—
Gary Occhiogrosso,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Your confidence and charm are undeniable at this time, so expect new romantic opportunities to show up.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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The truth is undeniable: This nation’s immigration system is broken.—
Laura Castañeda,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Perhaps the most conclusive evidence assembled has been the 800 page report and interactive digital platform by experts at Forensic Architecture.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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The filmmakers are never conclusive about Enzo’s burgeoning sexuality nor his plans for the future, and that’s clearly by design.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The mistakes that have been made are unquestionable, but many feel a new owner would create more uncertainty.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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What’s unquestionable is his ability to create and make shots.—
Sam Vecenie,
The Athletic,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But the personal drama between them was incontestable.—
Mikal Gilmore,
Rolling Stone,
17 Jan. 2025
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But for me, the main question isn’t necessarily the badness of the situation, which is incontestable.—
Sean Illing,
Vox,
15 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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But the unarguable fact is that the federal government would be providing less money to pay for health care for the roughly 72 million Americans on Medicaid.—
Nicholas Kristof,
The Mercury News,
11 Mar. 2025
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The Lakers have fired coach Darvin Ham after two seasons, both of which had some unarguable successes and both of which ended with the Lakers losing to Denver in the playoffs.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2024
Adjective
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Lush greenery in wicker creates a cottage feel Wicker retaining walls add indubitable charm.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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The DeSantis announcement is an indubitable win for Musk.—
Scott Nover,
Quartz,
24 May 2023
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“Irrefutable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irrefutable. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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