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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
But when indirect deaths are taken into account, the picture becomes even darker and more unconscionable.
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William Hartung, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
The legal system generally presents a binary—sane and guilty, or insane and not—and a not-guilty verdict might seem unconscionable when the victims were innocent children.
—Eren Orbey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has filed a lawsuit against YouTube in Phillips County Circuit Court claiming that the online video sharing platform engaged in deceptive and unconscionable trade practices in violation of the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act.
—Amir Mahmoud, arkansasonline.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Two women have died from obvious and unconscionable medical malpractice.
—Calum Miller, National Review, 24 Sep. 2024
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William Hartung, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
The legal system generally presents a binary—sane and guilty, or insane and not—and a not-guilty verdict might seem unconscionable when the victims were innocent children.
—Eren Orbey, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin has filed a lawsuit against YouTube in Phillips County Circuit Court claiming that the online video sharing platform engaged in deceptive and unconscionable trade practices in violation of the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act.
—Amir Mahmoud, arkansasonline.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Two women have died from obvious and unconscionable medical malpractice.
—Calum Miller, National Review, 24 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconscionable
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However, being unable to control excessive behaviors can cause people to stretch beyond their means and compromise their well-being and personal sustainability.Sandro da Silva, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Even excessive salt consumption on a single occasion can cause fragmented sleep patterns in some people.25 Long-Term Complications The main concern about eating too much salt is its impact on your blood pressure and heart.James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, MD, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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Regulated sportsbooks find gambling on minors immoral in some respects, but you guys don’t.Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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In a 2022 Pew Research Center study, growing numbers of Americans said members of the other party are dishonest, immoral and closed-minded.Rachel Carlson, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
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There’s no getting around that this is an extreme version of an already extreme watch, so this is not for the faint of heart.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The cartoonishly extreme and yet wholeheartedly relatable plot volleys back and forth between comedy and emotional turmoil.Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The techno is deafening, but Walker, who went on these trips herself before starting her career as a cinematographer, dances us through the chaos with ruthless resolve.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Paramount+ In Star Trek lore, Klingons are rugged, ruthless warriors.Carlos Mejia, PCMAG, 3 Dec. 2024
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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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What are people saying about Tony Buzbee? While Buzbee has represented several clients, some are pointing out that Buzbee's work is supposedly unethical at times.Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 9 Dec. 2024
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This isn’t so much about unethical people doing bad things, but rather a focus on how elevating character alongside competence strengthens all decisions.Mary Crossan, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Hike along the Beagle Channel on the Senda Costera, or push yourself on the steep Cerro Guanaco Trail for awe-inspiring views of mountains plunging into icy waters.Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other government ministers met with provincial premiers to discuss Trump's pledge to impose steep tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports after he is sworn in as president in January.Nia Williams and Ismail Shakil, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Social media footage also has shown Syrians touring the Assads’ opulent estates, revealing extravagant decor and possessions out of reach for many who lived through the country’s civil war since 2011.Sally Abou Aljoud, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Every year, the Kardashian-Jenners host an extravagant Christmas Eve bash equipped with over-the-top decorations and activities at one of their sprawling Southern California mansions.Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Unconscionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unconscionable. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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