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
The movie is so unsure what to do with her that her two big moments are an implausible brawl and her delight at finding a comfortable office chair.
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Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
In this moment, master and apprentice finally talk as equals, their long-standing friendship much more believable than the implausible romance that's allegedly the root of the Republic's demise.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
This all sounded implausible: like much of Frank’s regaling, the story felt conjured from an Eighties spy thriller.
—Maddy Crowell, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
But in radically transforming attitudes both within the club and towards the club over the last two years, PSG have already pulled off an implausible win.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
In this moment, master and apprentice finally talk as equals, their long-standing friendship much more believable than the implausible romance that's allegedly the root of the Republic's demise.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
This all sounded implausible: like much of Frank’s regaling, the story felt conjured from an Eighties spy thriller.
—Maddy Crowell, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
But in radically transforming attitudes both within the club and towards the club over the last two years, PSG have already pulled off an implausible win.
—Tom Williams, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for implausible
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These incredible snakes exemplify how relatively simple modifications can unlock entirely new modes of life and will continue to inspire biomimetic designs in engineering and robotics.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Inter’s defensive unit has been incredible in the Champions League this season, conceding just one open-play goal in their opening 10 games.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Miller, who had been at the heart of the rivalry, authored one of the most incredulous comebacks in NBA playoff history.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
21 May 2025
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Joel is incredulous, which only fuels Ellie’s anger further.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
19 May 2025
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Ultimately, though, the Trump ally argued there was unlikely to be a single new face of DOGE.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
31 May 2025
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Of course, that would require the player to waive his no-movement clause, and TSN’s Darren Dreger reported this week that Marner’s camp views it as an unlikely option unless a perfect scenario presents itself.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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While on international duty for Spain, FC Barcelona star Lamine Yamal said that doing a Luis Figo-esque switch across the divide of El Clasico to Real Madrid is ‘impossible’.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Stay Real’ to heart and were inspired to chase their seemingly impossible dreams.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
2 June 2025
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Michaela’s official story is that Simone stole her earrings, which is unconvincing at best.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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So far, the signals from them in the media are unconvincing.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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Feats that were once inconceivable are now entirely feasible.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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In terms of achievements that were once equally preposterous and inconceivable 30 years ago, TCU reaching the Sweet 16 in women’s basketball is on the same level as the school making the national title game in football.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Google’s teams have seen an increase in fake travel websites as the summer vacations get closer, usually luring victims with cheap prices and unbelievable experiences.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Reflecting on Rockingham’s recent ‘unbelievable turnout’ To understand the decision to put the racetrack up for sale, consider Rockingham Speedway’s past.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2025
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Read it because existence is absurd, and laughter might be the most intelligent response available.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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One thing that’s been a challenge to satirists in the last 10 years is that reality has become so absurd, with the dumbest possible things happening every day, that there doesn’t always seem to be another level for satire to go to.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2025
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