unattainable
adjective
un·at·tain·able
ˌən-ə-ˈtā-nə-bəl 
: not able to be accomplished or achieved : not attainable
unattainable goals
an unattainable ideal
Examples of unattainable in a Sentence
an eagle's nest in an unattainable location
unfortunately, world peace is probably an unattainable ideal
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When cosmetic patients chase an unattainable ideal of beauty due to a mental health condition like body dysmorphic disorder or severe depression, Sarwer says Botox and other procedures don't improve their symptoms.
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NPR, 17 Nov. 2025
The traditional goal of retiring between the ages of 65 and 70 is considered unattainable by two-thirds of Americans today, and many expect to work as long as their bodies will allow it, according to a recent TIAA survey.
—Harriet Taylor, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
If local housing development is allowed to continue on its current trajectory, houses in Gastonia will become completely unattainable for most of our residents.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Instagram and other social media apps have long been a place fueling unattainable beauty standards that many young girls feel pressured to fit into.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025
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NPR, 17 Nov. 2025
The traditional goal of retiring between the ages of 65 and 70 is considered unattainable by two-thirds of Americans today, and many expect to work as long as their bodies will allow it, according to a recent TIAA survey.
—Harriet Taylor, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2025
If local housing development is allowed to continue on its current trajectory, houses in Gastonia will become completely unattainable for most of our residents.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2025
Instagram and other social media apps have long been a place fueling unattainable beauty standards that many young girls feel pressured to fit into.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unattainable
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“Unattainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unattainable. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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