ir·rec·on·cil·able
i-ˌre-kən-ˈsī-lə-bəl 
-ˈre-kən-ˌsī-,
ˌi(r)-
: impossible to reconcile
irreconcilable differences
: one that is irreconcilable
especially
: a member of a group (such as a political party) opposing compromise or collaboration
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Adjective
theories that are irreconcilable with each other
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Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
At times, reenactors’ twin fascinations—authenticity and preventive safety measures—are irreconcilable.
—Caity Weaver, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
Advertisement For Peri, there is an irreconcilable tension between the administration’s twin goals: protecting American jobs and maintaining the U.S.’ position as a global leader in STEM.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
But with Kimmel, the situation may be irreconcilable.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
On closer inspection, however, activist fund principals often face irreconcilable conflicts.
—Kai Liekefett, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
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“Irreconcilable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irreconcilable. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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