as in incredible
too extraordinary or improbable to believe
the terrorist attacks generated a whole passel of implausible conspiracy theories that dishonor the memory of those who perished
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Recent Examples of implausible
Fisher’s working theory was not implausible: Miller had had significant health problems, and no one on record had ever been killed by a black bear in California.
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Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
So yeah, a pet monkey, in and of itself, wouldn’t be implausible.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2024
The notion that Ukraine would surrender 20 percent of its territory is implausible.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
In today’s digital age, the public is more discerning than ever, and implausible narratives will no longer suffice.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
So yeah, a pet monkey, in and of itself, wouldn’t be implausible.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2024
The notion that Ukraine would surrender 20 percent of its territory is implausible.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024
In today’s digital age, the public is more discerning than ever, and implausible narratives will no longer suffice.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for implausible
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Taking cues from its assortment of cosmetics, the space leans into clean lines, minimal accents, and like any good beauty store, incredible lighting—perfect for swatching, spritzing, and perhaps a selfie or two.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who'll win week 1 Schools officials describe Davis as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor who possesses incredible skill in the technical performing arts, Green Hill High School Counseling Secretary Amy Brewer said.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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On her face is something halfway between a grimace and an incredulous smile—a facial expression that many Harris supporters likely recognize as a universal, exasperated response to a Trump rant.Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Sep. 2024
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In the interim, Gore made another call to an incredulous Bush to retract his concession.Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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Given Wright's extensive history of legal disputes and controversies, this judgment is unlikely to mark the end of his court battles.Susie Violet Ward, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Ultimately, for most borrowers, Biden's move is unlikely to make a difference, Lux said.Suzanne Blake Reporter, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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The upshot: slicing and dicing all of the above into discrete vehicles is impossible until Tesla actually announces the products.Brooke Crothers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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One of Spider-Man's core combat mechanics is reacting to flashes of his spider-sense, and lag renders that impossible.Matt Kamen, WIRED, 22 Dec. 2024
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Despite his defense, the jury found his story unconvincing, leading to his conviction on espionage charges.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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By Abby Wilson published 21 November 2024 Jaguar’s ultra-modern, electric-only and uncharacteristically offbeat rebrand has so far proved unconvincing and, for many, confusing.Abby Wilson, theweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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But even getting to the point of a plea deal would have seemed inconceivable if not for what happened last week.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 2 Nov. 2024
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The awesome parts—expelling a new person out of my own body, say—were, quite literally, inconceivable.Alice Gregory, The New Yorker, 2 Dec. 2024
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And to be able to see his international fans so soon has felt unbelievable.Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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These include ocean-view rooms with windows, verandah rooms with walk-out patios, concierge-level suites, inside cabins, and unbelievable two- and one-story suites.Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
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But the series, like the film, shows that vampires are also multidimensional — vulnerable, emotional, funny, absurd — and completely out of place in the modern world.Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Photo: Their lives often appear dramatic and borderline absurd.Daisy Jones, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
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