unenforceable
adjective
un·en·force·able
ˌən-in-ˈfȯr-sə-bəl 
-en-
: unable to be enforced : not enforceable
an unenforceable law/contract
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In her lawsuit, Brown argues that the non-compete on her employment contract with Circle City Broadcasting should be unenforceable under Indiana law.
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Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 10 July 2025
While non-compete clauses are generally unenforceable in California, wrongful enforcement attempts may further support a claim of employer overreach.
—Jc Serrano, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
These are currently unenforceable but could take effect regarding future unions if Obergefell v. Hodges is overturned.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Without it, many federal laws and constitutional provisions would be unenforceable.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 26 June 2025
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Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 10 July 2025
While non-compete clauses are generally unenforceable in California, wrongful enforcement attempts may further support a claim of employer overreach.
—Jc Serrano, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
These are currently unenforceable but could take effect regarding future unions if Obergefell v. Hodges is overturned.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Without it, many federal laws and constitutional provisions would be unenforceable.
—Ian Millhiser, Vox, 26 June 2025
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“Unenforceable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unenforceable. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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