I was unable to afford the trip.
He was unable to play tennis after the injury.
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If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2025 And he’s become a beloved visitor to almost every continent, even though unable to return to his homeland.—Pico Iyer, Time, 5 July 2025 Without adequate reserve funding, a hospital or nursing home is unable to function in the event of a downturn in reimbursements.—Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025 Police then conducted a search with personnel and a cadaver dog, but were unable to find any other remains.—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 4 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for unable
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