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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
an unconscionable number of errors for an important government report
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as in immoral
not guided by or showing a concern for what is right
a politician with an unconscionable disregard for the truth
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Recent Examples of unconscionable
The Boss Baby: Family Business (2021) An unconscionable 107 minutes long, The Boss Baby: Family Business is horrendous on just about every level.
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James Grebey, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2025
Using military planes, which could hold tons of cargo, for exporting immigrants is unconscionable — the expense alone should make that untenable.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2025
His behavior would be unconscionable if Iris were an actual woman, but is a bit more ambiguous in a film where some people use droids for target practice.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Proponents of the cap say that 36% is high enough to facilitate lending and that unconscionable rates lead to major debt traps.
—Joel Jacobs, ProPublica, 23 Dec. 2024
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James Grebey, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2025
Using military planes, which could hold tons of cargo, for exporting immigrants is unconscionable — the expense alone should make that untenable.
—Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2025
His behavior would be unconscionable if Iris were an actual woman, but is a bit more ambiguous in a film where some people use droids for target practice.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
Proponents of the cap say that 36% is high enough to facilitate lending and that unconscionable rates lead to major debt traps.
—Joel Jacobs, ProPublica, 23 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for unconscionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconscionable
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According to Mock, your professional maid service will not have the proper tools to safely remove excessive mold issues.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
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Comedian and actress Amy Schumer announced last year that she was diagnosed with the rare hormonal disorder, Cushing’s syndrome, which is characterized by excessive production of cortisol.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
7 Feb. 2025
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Even though the Hamas charter directly calls for the murder of all Jews, all people must speak out against the immoral proposal to force an entire population into exile.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Mann Act criminalizes transporting people across state lines for immoral purposes.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
12 Feb. 2025
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In low-lying Bangladesh, 60% of the population is at high risk of floods, and climate change is making extreme rainfall even more common.—
Natalie Donback,
TIME,
17 Feb. 2025
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City officials say the event, where many participants drink alcohol, is chaotic, dangerous and typically requires many rescues and extreme vigilance by police and rangers.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone are delicious as the two ruthless favorites of the monarch, who try to outmaneuver each other at all costs.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2025
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With a seasoned detective (Schram) on the hunt for this ruthless killer, numerous suspects come to light, and each new revelation leads to a shocking twist.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
7 Feb. 2025
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Your voice is insane.—
Mary Colurso | mcolurso@al.com,
al,
4 Apr. 2023
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The Republican and right-wing reaction is just insane.—
Michael Tomasky,
The New Republic,
31 Mar. 2023
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Trump’s order was denounced by Democrats including Sen. Patty Murray, a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, who called the action unconscionable and unethical.—
Collin Binkley,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Public pressure has led companies to drop controversial figures, improve labor practices, and cut ties with unethical suppliers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
12 Feb. 2025
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The water — being pumped up a steep grade — eventually reached the Guilford Reservoir on Cold Spring Lane.—
Jacques Kelly,
Baltimore Sun,
8 Feb. 2025
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The voting process changed a bit from previous years, meaning all nominees faced a slightly steeper climb to election this year and accounting for the smallest Pro Football Hall of Fame class since 2005.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Feb. 2025
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As for the backyard — equipped with a pool and outdoor seating area with a fireplace — fans may recognize it as the spot where many extravagant parties hosted by the family were held.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Stories of tyranny, extravagant spending, and bizarre behavior have cemented his legacy as a symbol of decadence and madness.—
Jake Parks,
Discover Magazine,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Unconscionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unconscionable. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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