as in unsuccessful
not producing the desired result
a nutritionally dubious, inexpedient method for losing weight
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Adjective
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Multiple attempts to reach the property owner were unsuccessful.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026 -
There is some hope within the organization that Blackburn can follow a path similar to the one that Luke Weaver took, as the ex-Yank transitioned from an unsuccessful starter to a high-leverage reliever while making relatively little money with the team.—
Gary Phillips,
Hartford Courant,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But analysts say the grid remains inefficient, aging and, with demand spiking, on the verge of causing widespread blackouts on the coldest or hottest days.—
Marc Levy,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
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They were led by Jordan Pope’s 30 points on an inefficient 8-of-25 shooting but was 7 of 18 from behind the arc.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Noem’s insistence on filming arrest operations was both disgraceful and counterproductive.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2026
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In July of last year Steyer sent out a tweet criticizing rent control for its deleterious and counterproductive effects.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Neither meant much in the face of porous defense, ineffective rim protection and a lack of effort on the offensive boards.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
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These limit how easily air can pass through the nostrils, making the nasal cycle ineffective and leaving both nostrils constantly feeling blocked.—
Adam Taylor,
CNN Money,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Inexpedient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inexpedient. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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