irreplaceable
adjective
ir·re·place·able
ˌir-i-ˈplā-sə-bəl 
: not replaceable
an irreplaceable antique
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Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
George Chen, a partner at The Asia Group consultancy, said China’s role in the Iran situation is irreplaceable.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
During their remarks to the board, students described Choi as a talented, encouraging, supportive and caring mentor who is irreplaceable.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
That mechanical skill is part of what makes toucans irreplaceable in this ecosystem.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
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irreplaceable
adjective
ir·re·place·able
ˌir-i-ˈplā-sə-bəl
: not replaceable
a museum full of irreplaceable works of art
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