inconclusive
adjective
in·con·clu·sive
ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
: leading to no conclusion or definite result
inconclusive evidence
an inconclusive argument
inconclusively
adverb
inconclusiveness
noun
Examples of inconclusive in a Sentence
The results of the test were inconclusive.
The first two rounds of the boxing match were inconclusive.
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Olatunji Osho-Williams, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
Many nations and some private companies seed clouds, but candidly, the scientific literature has long been inconclusive about its effectiveness.
—Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Research appears to be inconclusive about whether or not sweat affects chest strap sensor accuracy.
—Julia Ries, Outside Online, 6 Sep. 2024
However, research on the effectiveness of many sleep hacks—such as intermittent melatonin use—has been inconclusive.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Inconclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inconclusive. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
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inconclusive
adjective
in·con·clu·sive
ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv
-ziv
: not leading to a definite conclusion or result
inconclusive evidence
inconclusively
adverb
inconclusiveness
noun
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