inconclusiveness

noun

as in ineffectiveness

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  1. ineffectiveness
  2. ineffectuality
  3. invalidity
Noun
  • The states argue that Meta withheld relevant information from users and parents, who might have benefited from knowing the ineffectiveness of the feature and others like it, constituting a violation of consumer protection laws.
    — John Ruwitch, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Cabrera’s return was short-lived, as the right-hander is once again dealing with a blister issue on top of more ineffectiveness.
    — Jayson Stark, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of ineffectiveness
Noun
  • Caroline’s anguish and her ineffectuality at making progress in finding Gabriel make for some frustrating moments as a reader.
    — John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Definition of ineffectuality
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  • The State Ballot Commission rejected a challenge to petition signatures, dismissing claims of invalidity from cannabis advocate Kevin Gilnack.
    — A.J. Herrington, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Miscellaneous The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of these Official Rules or the Affidavit will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.
    — USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 22 Jan. 2025
Definition of invalidity
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